Long Island is Focused on Safer Battery Energy Storage Systems

The Long Island Energy Storage Summit was held earlier this month, with state agencies, labor groups, local governments, and other stakeholders meeting to discuss regulations for battery energy storage systems. Although the summit focused on grid and industrial-scale battery systems, the increased focus on safety is a unique reminder of how far we have come with residential battery storage systems.

The Alliance for Clean Energy New York, a major sponsor of the event, said in its recent press release that “battery storage is delivering meaningful benefits for Long Island Today,” noting that battery systems have been essential for “improving reliability” and “reducing electricity bills.”

At Power Solutions, we resonate with these statements. Thanks to a strong safety framework in New York, and with some amazing technologies in the form of systems like the Tesla Powerwall and Generac PWRcell, we have seen home batteries go from expensive and unreliable to cost-efficient, safe, and capable of generating big savings.

Are Solar Batteries Useful for Homes on Long Island?

Solar batteries are more than useful for homes on Long Island. If you are considering installing solar panels or if you already have, adding a battery could maximize your savings while providing practical benefits.

• A solar battery enhances a residential solar system by storing electricity during the day, which can then be used to offset grid-based energy consumption in the evenings.
• Additionally, a battery can deploy electricity whenever it is needed. Many of our solar customers use their battery energy storage systems to charge their electric vehicles and reduce their on-road costs.
• A solar battery can serve as a whole-home backup system in an emergency, taking the place of a generator during a blackout.
• Any home with a solar battery is immediately more energy independent. The underlying fact is that adding a battery to your system can make you less reliant on the grid, which means increased savings over time.

How Do We Ensure Safe Residential Solar Battery Installations?

Like the recent Energy Storage Summit on Long Island, Power Solutions is committed to deploying safe battery energy storage systems. We keep our customers safe by carefully planning and integrating residential battery storage systems.

• Local Compliance – Our team complies with all New York State and local government safety standards, building codes, and electrical codes to ensure safety. Compliance ensures features like clearly accessible emergency disconnects as required by fire code, and 24/7 remote monitoring.
• We Optimize Battery Placement – The physical location of a solar battery installation affects cooling and safety. We perform a detailed site assessment for every installation to find well-ventilated areas with minimal environmental exposure. This keeps systems like the Tesla Powerwall and Generac PWRcell within their optimal operating temperatures.
• We Follow All Manufacturer Guidelines – Following the installation process keeps the system warranty intact and helps to improve performance and safety. Power Solutions is a Tesla Certified Installer.
• Our Team is Trained and Accredited – We maintain strong industry affiliations and upskill our staff to ensure safety and compliance. You can have confidence installing a solar battery with a member of the Solar Energy Industries Association™ and a NABCEP® Certified PV Installation Professional.

Energy Independence is Yours with a Solar Battery System

New York has a Solar Tax Credit available, which is worth up to $5,000 or 25% of your solar installation cost. This is based on the total bill, which can include a battery energy storage system.

Solar saves you money, and with a solar battery, you can enjoy more versatility with the potential for improved savings over time. Long Island’s energy and regulatory agencies are committed to safer battery deployments – so is the team at Power Solutions.

Talk to us about the potential for battery energy storage at your home and get a free, no-pressure solar estimate from the most trusted solar company on Long Island.