An uninterrupted power supply in Pakistan is a dream yet to be achieved on a national level. However, with effective and technologically advanced solar solutions, we can now convert our dream into reality with hybrid solar systems. In this article, Zero Carbon, a customised solar solution provider in Pakistan, will help you understand what a hybrid solar solution is and how it can benefit users in various ways.
What is a Hybrid Solar System?
A Hybrid Solar System is the best of both worlds. It has solar power and a battery backup. When these components sync together, you can create a customised hybrid solar solution tailored to your location. It can be used at residential, commercial, industrial, and agricultural sites, as needed and required.
The components responsible for designing the hybrid solar solutions are as under.
- Solar Panels
- Hybrid Inverters
- Grid Connection
- Solar Batteries
- DC Connectors
- Wires for Connection
A Hybrid solar system is different from an on-grid and an off-grid solar system. Let’s look at these three types of solar systems for you to select which one suits your needs.
Hybrid Solar Systems Vs. Orgrid Solar Systems
Ongrid Solar System
The on-grid solar system is also known as the grid-tied solar system. This solar system is linked to the national grid. It has solar panels, a net-meter, and an on-grid solar inverter.
The solar panels make electricity during the daytime, and this can be consumed during the day. Since it has no batteries installed, there is no chance that the accumulated energy can be consumed at night. However, the generated units, if sent to the national grid, can be beneficial in the electricity bill.
Off-Grid Solar System
On the other hand, there is an off-grid solar system which is not tied or linked to the national grid. This solar system has solar panels, batteries, an off-grid inverter and wires and attachments. With this solar system, you can consume your solar-generated power during the day and night.
Hybrid Solar System
Now that you know about the typical types of solar systems, it is the right time to know about the hybrid solar system. It is the best of both worlds. With a hybrid solar system, you can achieve your dream of an uninterrupted power supply in your buildings and locations.
The hybrid solar system has a grid connection, hybrid inverters, and batteries. Therefore, you can consume electricity through solar panels, and can use them around 24/7 through batteries and a hybrid inverter and can also sell some units to the national grid, if there is any excess.
Know the Benefits of Installing a Hybrid Solar System
Let’s look at the advantages of installing a hybrid solar system at your buildings.
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Suitable for Diverse Settings
You can utilize the power of a customized hybrid solar system for your home, commercial, industrial and agricultural purposes. In fact, the hybrid solar systems are preferred for industrial and commercial use.
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Cost Saving
Though the hybrid solar systems have higher installation costs. It can be your best friend for cost-saving purposes in the long run. For instance, with the ability to meet your electricity needs, domestic, industrial, and commercial clients can manage their operations more efficiently. The businesses can earn more profit by reducing the operational costs and can eventually shift the benefits to the end users. -
Energy Storage
With a hybrid solar system, you can also manage your energy backup. With batteries, you can utilize your solar-generated power.
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Ideal Load Management
If you install an appropriately sized and properly aligned hybrid solar system, you can experience optimal load management in your associated buildings.
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Net Metering Benefits
With a hybrid solar system, you will also get credits and bill adjustments by sending your excess solar-generated electricity to the national grid. The rules of net-metering in Pakistan are essential to meet regulatory requirements.
Does Hybrid Solar Systems Suit Pakistan?
If you are curious or puzzled about whether a hybrid solar system will work ideally in Pakistan. Then the short answer is yes! Energy issues are serious in Pakistan. Therefore, you can meet your energy needs and experience the uninterrupted power supply through the installation of a hybrid solar system. In addition, business can continue their operations smoothly without the power problems.
If you add a hybrid solar system at home, you can experience an easy and happy life with the availability of electricity at your residence. Though the initial cost for a hybrid solar system is higher than other types of solar systems. But the benefits are also very much higher and long-term.
Conclusion
A Hybrid Solar System can be your gateway to experience the uninterrupted power supply for your home, business, industrial unit, and agricultural locations. The benefits of installing a hybrid solar system are a part in this article. You can contact Zero Carbon to have a customised hybrid solar system at your location.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the difference between on-grid and hybrid solar systems?
An on-grid solar system has no batteries installed. It is connected to the national grid. Therefore, it cannot produce consumable electricity at night. Also, the user cannot use the solar-generated power in later hours of the day.
On the other hand, the hybrid solar system is not only tied to the grid, but it also has a setup and connection with the batteries. Therefore, the users can use the stored solar energy throughout the day. Both of these solar systems can benefit from net-metering as per the laws applicable in Pakistan on the national and provincial levels.
How much does a hybrid solar system cost in Pakistan?
A hybrid solar system usually costs more than the on-grid and off-grid solar systems. Furthermore, the price depends upon certain factors. However, you can contact Zero Carbon to know the latest price of the hybrid solar system you need to install.
Can I use a hybrid solar system during load shedding?
Yes, you can use a hybrid solar system during load shedding. The consumable energy would be stored through the solar PV panels in the batteries attached to your hybrid inverter. You can use the power till the batteries are charged. Therefore, you must be mindful to use essentials and also to see if batteries are working fine.
