The energy sector is undergoing fundamental change and companies are faced with the challenge of finding sustainable and economical solutions. Let’s start with a key question: how can your business not only minimize its environmental impact, but also increase its profitability? The answer may lie in an innovative approach – the use of battery storage in industry. In the coming sections, we will examine in detail why this technology is not only environmentally attractive, but also economically very attractive.
The use of battery storage in industry enables the targeted reduction of individual components of electricity procurement costs, which can lead to economical operation. A central aspect is the so-called load peak capping, which smoothes load peaks and reduces the power charge. This is achieved by selectively charging the battery during periods of low load and then discharging it during load peaks.
For companies with their own PV systems, the battery storage system offers the opportunity to increase self-consumption. The stored solar power enables continuous use, even when solar radiation is low. This optimization not only leads to lower electricity costs, but also makes the company less dependent on fluctuations in electricity prices and suppliers.
Other benefits include a reliable emergency power supply in the event of power outages, which takes over important parts of the company’s power supply. The efficient operation of charging points is also made possible by avoiding peak loads, which reduces electricity costs and potential fees. In combination with a PV system, battery storage systems allow charging with self-generated electricity.
The targeted use of battery storage in companies not only offers advantages for the efficiency of operations, but also represents a significant step towards climate targets and compliance with sustainable corporate practices.
In view of the EU directives and regulations on CO2 reduction, battery storage systems play a central role in the implementation of sustainable energy solutions. The combination of these ecological advantages with a significant increase in cost-effectiveness makes the use of battery storage systems extremely attractive for companies.
Companies that rely on battery storage not only reduce their dependence on conventional electricity suppliers, but also position themselves as pioneers of a sustainable and cost-efficient energy supply. This strategic orientation not only meets current environmental requirements, but also promotes long-term competitiveness and compliance with EU directives in the area of CO2 reduction.
Source: BloombergNEF, 2022 | Trianel, Enervis, and Epex
The increased use of renewable energy significantly increases the profitability of battery storage in the industry. Thanks to the increased availability of green energy, companies can use their batteries more efficiently and benefit from higher yields.
Fluctuations on the energy market offer industrial companies with battery storage systems the opportunity for intelligent market optimization, which further increases profitability.
Stabilized battery prices not only reduce investment costs and uncertainties, but also support sustainable development. Supportive regulatory developments, such as the grid fee exemption that has been in force since October 2023, are making a significant contribution to improving the profitability of battery storage in industry. This innovative technology therefore represents an extremely attractive and worthwhile investment option for companies in the industrial sector.
In companies where the operation of power-intensive machines leads to high load peaks, battery storage systems prove to be a strategic ally. These peaks in energy consumption are often accompanied by high power prices, which can be reduced through the clever use of battery storage. An illustrative example of this is production plants that have a particularly high demand for electricity for a short time when starting up their machines.
Battery storage systems offer the possibility of capping these load peaks and thus reducing power prices. The concept is simple but extremely effective: during normal operation, surplus electricity is stored in the batteries. As soon as a peak load is detected, the stored electricity is used instead of drawing expensive electricity from the grid.
This targeted capping of peak loads not only enables the optimized use of energy, but also leads to a significant reduction in energy-related electricity procurement costs. For companies, this means sustainable financial relief and efficient management of operating expenses. The use of battery storage systems is therefore becoming an economic necessity, especially in industries where high peak loads are part of normal operations.
The versatility of battery storage systems is demonstrated by the fact that they do not have to be combined exclusively with photovoltaic systems. Even without such a connection, battery storage systems can be used profitably to increase self-consumption and reduce operating costs.
The cost-effectiveness of a commercial storage system varies individually and depends on various factors. However, strategic measures such as peak load capping and increased self-supply offer considerable savings potential. Funding programmes and tax incentives also support optimization.
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The decision to install battery storage systems is made even easier by numerous funding programs. From the European Union to regional initiatives, various institutions offer financial incentives.
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The large number of funding programmes at European, national and regional level offers tradespeople the opportunity to effectively subsidize their investment in battery storage systems. This enables faster amortization of expenditure and increases the cost-effectiveness of the measure.
In conclusion, it can be said that battery storage systems will not only make ecological sense in 2023, but will also be economically attractive. But what individual challenges does your company face and how could battery storage systems help to reduce your energy costs in the long term? We invite you to enter into a dialog with us and find individual solutions together. What advantages could a battery storage system offer your company?
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