Onsite energy can be connected to solar panels

If a utility restricts the exports from a facility to the grid, the use of on-site storage alongside solar PV can provide a solution to avoid costly infrastructure upgrades, thus increasing the feasibility of larger on-site PV installations.

To achieve sustainability goals while meeting the increasing electricity demands of electrification, organizations are pairing on-site solar PV generation with on-site energy storage. These systems, which are considered as “behind-the-meter” (BTM) systems, allow facilities to maximize the benefits of on-site renewable generation.

Onsite energy refers to electric and thermal energy generation and storage technologies that are physically located at a facility and provide alternative energy services directly to the site.

Forget about long-distance transmission lines with their energy losses, power surcharges, and other miscellaneous fees. This approach focuses on generating power close to the point of consumption, which is not only more efficient, but also more environmentally friendly. A Closer Look at On-Site Power Technology

For the scenario represented in the graph, an on-site solar PV system allows the facility to reduce the amount of electricity drawn from the grid during the middle of the day. Increasing the amount of solar PV production on-site can provide additional cost and emission reductions and resiliency benefits for facilities.

At its core, on-site power generation is just as straightforward as it sounds: it's the production of electricity right where it's needed, be it a home, a business, or a small community. Forget about long-distance transmission lines with their energy losses, power surcharges, and other miscellaneous fees.