In 2015, Tesla released their own rechargeable lithium-ion battery…the Powerwall.
“With easy installation and a minimalist design, Powerwall complements a variety of home styles and solar systems. The compact, all-in-one construction features versatile mounting options for indoor or outdoor spaces.” -Tesla
With the Powerwall, you can monitor your solar energy production, consumption, and storage in real-time with the Tesla app. You can also set your preferences to favor energy independence, outage protection, or savings.
Want to understand more about how solar batteries work? Check out our blog “Solar batteries explained".
What’s one of the biggest benefits of adding a battery to your system? When the grid goes down your power stays on. The Powerwall allows your appliances to run for hours after an outage occurs. Having a battery also allows you to use the energy you produced even when the sun isn’t shining, like at night.
So when is it a good idea to add a battery to your system? If you live in an area where the grid can be unreliable and power outages happen frequently, like Puerto Rico, a battery is an essential part of your system. However, if you're connected to a reliable grid, a battery might not be worth the additional cost… especially $10,000 for the Powerwall.
When it comes to the Powerwall (or any solar battery), you need to look at all your options. For example, Ford's new EV (the F-150 lightning), gives you the best of both worlds. It's an electric vehicle and a back-up generator for your home. Our experts will do the leg work to match you with the best solution for your needs at the best price.
Interested in finding the best solar option for your home? Talk to one of our experts today and see what Frugll can do for you.
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