WRITTEN BY DEAN MIDDLETON | 01 OCTOBER 2012
Rapid growth in renewable energy markets worldwide has led to an increased focus on energy storage. Whether a renewable energy system is grid-tied with battery backup or operating completely off grid, the battery bank is a vital component to a solar power system. Deep-cycle, lead acid batteries continue to be a leading choice for energy storage because of their affordability, recyclability, and ability to endure the deep discharge and recharge cycling characteristics inherent in renewable energy applications.Providing stable, reliable power
Battery-based solar energy systems bring stable and reliable power to those living in remote areas, or support critical applications such as lighting or telecom stations in remote areas. For residential systems, whether individual solar systems are installed in each home or a battery-based mini-grid is established, renewable energy systems with energy storage provide reliable electricity where tying into the local grid is not an option. Deep-cycle lead acid battery technology play a critical role in providing uninterrupted power when the sun does not shine or the wind does not blow.
Battery technology development
Lead acid battery technologies continue to be the most widely used energy storage solution in solar power systems.
There is a great deal of research on-going in the battery industry focusing on improving current technologies that can offer enhanced energy storage solutions for the solar market. These research and development efforts are focused mostly on bringing to market cost-effective batteries that provide optimum performance in the field; however, lead acid battery technologies continue to be the most widely used energy storage solution in solar power systems. This is due to their reliability, low cost and widespread availability. In addition, research efforts are underway to develop more advanced lead acid technologies that offer improved cycle-life characteristics.
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