Solar small-scale on-site energy without electricity or network

Is a stand-alone energy system a good idea?

For many people, powering their homes or small businesses using a small renewable energy system that is not connected to the electricity grid -- called a stand-alone system -- makes economic sense and appeals to their environmental values.

What is a solar home system?

Solar Home Systems are defined by IEA as small-scale photovoltaic (PV) and battery standalone systems with a capacity higher than 10 W peak supplying electricity for single households or small businesses. They are most often used in off-grid context, but also where grid supply is not reliable.

Is solar power a good option for a single home?

The scalability of off-grid electricity options like solar power systems allows them to be customized to meet specific energy requirements, whether it’s for a single home or an entire community, contributing effectively to reducing the carbon footprint of energy consumption. Despite its advantages, solar power faces its own set of obstacles.

What is a nano-grid Solar System?

Nano-grids are small microgrids that have the capability of operating isolated or in grid-connected mode and provide in-house power distribution. Solar Home Systems are defined by IEA as small-scale photovoltaic (PV) and battery standalone systems with a capacity higher than 10 W peak supplying electricity for single households or small businesses.