Self-Consumption Optimisation

Self-consumption optimisation describes strategies with which companies use as much of their self-generated electricity as possible directly on site. This is particularly relevant for photovoltaic systems in commerce and industry.

How self-consumption optimisation works

A battery storage system stores surplus solar power that is not consumed immediately. The stored energy can be used later, when the company’s electricity demand rises. An intelligent energy management system controls this process automatically and ensures that as much self-generated electricity as possible is used directly in operations.

Advantages for companies

• Reduction of grid electricity consumption
• Lowering of energy costs
• More efficient use of photovoltaic systems
• Greater independence from the electricity market

By combining photovoltaics, storage and intelligent control, companies can optimise their energy flows and reduce their electricity costs in the long term.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What does self-consumption optimisation mean?

Self-consumption optimisation describes the targeted use of self-generated electricity, for example from photovoltaic systems, in order to reduce grid electricity consumption.

Why is self-consumption optimisation important for companies?

Through a higher level of self-consumption of solar power, companies can reduce their electricity costs and decrease their dependence on the electricity market.

What role does a battery storage system play in self-consumption optimisation?

A battery storage system stores surplus solar power and provides it later when electricity is needed in the company.

How does an energy management system support self-consumption optimisation?

An energy management system analyses electricity generation and consumption and automatically controls storage systems, installations or charging infrastructure in order to use as much self-generated electricity as possible.

What advantages does self-consumption optimisation bring for commercial businesses?

Companies can reduce their energy costs, increase their energy efficiency and become more independent of electricity price fluctuations.