Description:

Hybrid solar systems generate power in the same way as a common grid-tie solar system but use special hybrid inverters and batteries to store energy for later use. This ability to store energy enables most hybrid systems to also operate as a backup power supply during a blackout, similar to a UPS system.

Performance characteristics:

1.Allows you to store excess solar or low cost (off-peak) electricity

2.Allows use of stored solar energy during peak evening times (known as self-use or load-shifting)

3.Most hybrid inverters have backup power capability

4.Reduces power consumption from the grid (reduced demand)

5.Enables advanced energy management (ie. peak shaving)