Hybrid Solar Power

Benefits

• Backup Power: Maintain power during outages with stored energy in batteries.
• Energy Savings: Reduce electricity bills with solar power and earn credits through net metering.
• Flexibility: Use stored energy during peak demand times or when solar production is low.

How It Works

Hybrid systems consist of:

• Solar Panels: Monocrystalline or polycrystalline silicon panels that convert sunlight into electricity.
• Battery Storage: Typically lithium-ion batteries store excess electricity for use during outages or peak demand times.
• Inverter: Converts DC electricity from the panels and batteries into AC electricity.
• Hybrid Inverter/Charge Controller: Manages the energy flow between the solar panels, batteries, and grid.
• Mounting Systems:  Roof mounts or ground mounts made from durable materials.

Examples

• Suburban Home in Massachusetts: A homeowner installed a hybrid system with 18 monocrystalline solar panels, a 5 kW inverter, and a 12 kWh lithium-ion battery using roof mounts. This setup reduced electricity bills by 50% and provided reliable backup power during outages.
• Rural Home in New Hampshire: A rural residence with a hybrid system, including 22 polycrystalline solar panels, a 6 kW inverter, and a 14 kWh battery storage system with ground mounts, benefits from energy savings, backup power, and reduced environmental impact.

Learn how hybrid solar systems can offer flexibility and savings for your home by reaching out to our team at Solar Install New England.