In the face of growing challenges in the electricity grid, such as regional feed-in restrictions, overloaded networks and lower feed-in tariffs Electricity storage an optimal solution to maximize your own energy independence and profitability.
Regional feed-in restrictions and overloaded networks
In some Austrian regions, network operators are encountering capacity limits in the electricity grids, which is why feed-in restrictions may occur more and more frequently. “An insufficiently developed network infrastructure on the one hand and a simultaneous increase in renewable energy sources on the other hand lead to greater strain on the electricity network,” explains Marco Vitula, interim managing director of LISTEN. Renewable energy sources, such as photovoltaic systems, are also often weather-dependent and deliver electricity volumes more irregularly, which makes planning and controlling feed-in more difficult.
Low feed-in tariffs
In addition, the remuneration for solar power fed in has fallen significantly since 2022. You now only get just over four cents for one kilowatt hour (kWh) (source: OeMAG). This leads to restrictions on the economic viability of photovoltaic systems and makes it less attractive for many households to sell excess electricity.
The solution: electricity storage from HELLO SUN
“By using electricity storage, these challenges can be effectively avoided. Electricity storage makes it possible to store the self-generated PV electricity directly in your own household and use it when needed,” explains Xenia Gangl, Team Leader Sales & Key Account at HALLOSONNE. Of course, this also brings other advantages.
With electricity storage, households can significantly increase their own consumption and thus minimize their dependence on the public grid. “This gives our electricity storage customers more independence and control over their own energy supply. Instead of feeding excess electricity completely into the grid at low feed-in tariffs, it can be temporarily stored in the storage system and used at a later point in time as needed,” explains Xenia Gangl. If the photovoltaic system also produces electricity after the electricity storage is already full, it will be fed into the grid anyway and you will receive compensation for it.
“In addition, our blackout-capable storage offers Solax further comprehensive added value,” explains Marco Vitula. “On the one hand, they maximize the degree of self-sufficiency of our customers and thus enable significantly greater independence from the public power grid. In addition, they ensure a secure energy supply in the event of power outages by stepping in and continuing to supply the household with electricity.” This not only increases the safety but also the cost-effectiveness of photovoltaic systems, as stored solar power can be used efficiently. In addition, electricity storage systems help to reduce the load on the electricity network by temporarily storing electricity and thus promote network stability.
About HELLO SUN: HALLOSONNE, a VERBUND company, offers high-quality photovoltaic systems and electricity storage in Austria. From the initial consultation to the final installation, HALLOSONNE offers its customers a comprehensive overall package. With an extensive partner network of installers and professionals, it operates throughout Austria. As a wholly owned subsidiary of VERBUND, the leading energy company in Austria and one of the largest producers of hydroelectric power in Europe, HALLOSONNE stands for quality, reliability and sustainability.