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Why are there no batteries in a Grid Connected Solar System?

April 26, 2017batteries connected Grid solar system

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Why are there no batteries in a Grid Connected Solar System?

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Grid Connected means that the system is connected to the local power network (“the grid”). This is in comparison with stand-alone solar PV systems in remote areas, that do not have access to an electricity grid. With Solar PV (or Solar Electric) systems, there are no unsightly water tanks, and with systems connected to the electric grid, there are no batteries – excess production is sent to the grid for distribution to other homes (you get credit for this).