Store energy when the sun is shining. Use it when it's not.
Adding a battery to your solar mix can be an absolute game-changer that helps to maximise the value of your solar system investment.
You can store excess solar energy generated during the day, and use it at night.
If your solar system generates more than the battery can store, it will be exported to the grid and you could get a credit on your electricity bill for the amount exported.
We have two solar battery options available: the Tesla Powerwall and the LG Chem Resu.
Powering the home when the sun isn’t shining
We all know that solar panels produce energy in direct sunlight.
But how does it work at night?
Origin offer a range of solar batteries that store energy generated during the day when the sun is shining.
This stored power can then be used at night when the sun isn’t shining or during gloomy days when the sun isn’t as powerful.
If your solar system generates more energy than the battery can store, it will be exported to the grid and you could get a credit on your electricity bill for the amount exported also known as a feed in tariff.
If you need more energy than what’s stored in your battery you will still need to rely on the grid.
Incorporating solar batteries into your solar system provides a more sustainable round-the-clock energy solution! Find out what battery option is best for you on the solar and batteries section of the Origin website.
Everyone's talking about Tesla
The 13.5kWh-capacity Tesla Powerwall 2 can be added to an existing solar system or be included with your new solar system installation.
It's available for light commercial or residential use and you can use its app to track your storage and monitor your energy use.
Tesla Powerwall 2 costs
- Standard retrofit installation: from $15,995
- Part of an Origin Solar PV system purchase: $19,490^
^ Assumes a 5.28kW single or combination track system from our Advantage range within serviced Zone 3 areas.
Flexibility in storage
The LG Chem Resu battery can be added to your existing solar system or come as part of a total solar energy solution — which includes solar panels, inverter, and back up capability.
You also get our 5-year warranty on installation workmanship, and it comes in either 6kWh or 10kWh capacity.
LG Chem RESU costs
- Standard retrofit installation: from $10,795
- Part of an Origin Solar PV system purchase: from $13,295
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