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Does a grid-tied system require batteries to store electricity?

April 26, 2017batteries electricity grid-tied require store system

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Does a grid-tied system require batteries to store electricity?

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No, a grid-tied system is connected directly to the electric grid. This means that the grid in effect acts as a battery. If at times your system generates more energy than the home is using, the excess energy is sent back into the utility network and your utility bill is credited. This is called net metering.