Rising energy costs and the push towards net zero mean that businesses of all sizes are looking for more efficient and cost-effective ways to manage power. One potential solution is commercial battery storage. From small manufacturers, workshops, through to hotels and holiday cottages, battery storage can make a tangible difference.
In this post, we explore how battery storage works and the benefits for different business types.
What is commercial battery storage?
Commercial battery systems store electricity when it’s cheap (for example, overnight or when solar panels generate surplus power) and discharge it when energy is expensive or unavailable – acting as a backup supply during outages.
Benefits for manufacturing businesses and workshops
- Peak shaving: Avoid expensive peak-time charges by drawing on stored power.
- Protect against downtime caused by power cuts or voltage fluctuations.
- Charge electric forklifts or vans overnight at lower rates.
- Store excess solar generation to use during production hours.
- Smooth out supply when running welders, compressors, or CNC machines.
- Use cheap night-time energy during working hours – delivering substantial savings on energy consumption.
- Reduce reliance on weak or costly grid connections.
Benefits for hotels, bed and breakfasts and holiday cottages
- Cover evening demand peaks with stored off-peak energy.
- For accommodation where solar panels can’t be used for whatever reason.
- Backup power keeps lights, Wi-Fi, and heating running during power outages.
- Attractive to eco-conscious travellers.
- Essential in rural/coastal areas prone to power cuts.
- Meet rising guest demand for charging EVs without major grid upgrades.
Are you interested in finding out more?
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