In Germany, consumers are embracing a shift to home batteries

Mar 29, 2019

Solar installers from Baker Electric place solar panels on the roof of a residential home in Scripps Ranch, San Diego, California, U.S. October 14, 2016. Picture taken October 14, 2016. REUTERS/Mike Blake - S1AEUJDNMIAA

Going green. Image: REUTERS/Mike Blake

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A lithium-iron-phosphate battery, which allows homeowners with photovoltaic panels to store excess solar electricity for later use. Image: SONNEN

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With smart home energy systems, energy generated by solar panels is stored in batteries and used to power appliances and charge electric vehicles. Image: GRAPHIC BY ENERIX

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Solarwatt’s MyReserve battery storage system, seen here on the wall, is modular, allowing it to be customized for individual households or large businesses. Image: SOLARWATT GMBH

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