On-grid, off-grid, hybrid solar solutions in Pakistan: explainer

One of the major misunderstandings around solar energy solutions in Pakistan is about the configurations or types of systems that are available across the country by the solar energy companies. A lot of people aren’t necessarily aware of the types of solar energy solutions available for consumers, and what each of these solar solutions do in terms of providing energy. And while it may be a tad bit technical, it really is as simple as it gets, and for many people, this will come as useful information that will help them get the best possible solar energy system for their home or office.

In this blog post, we will look at all three popular and commonly available solar energy solutions in Pakistan; namely on-grid, hybrid and off-grid solar energy solutions. From their uses to their benefits and even some of the downsides that come with each system, we will discuss and explain each and every aspect of these systems to help you better understand which solution might be best for you. Lets get started with the most popular solar energy solution type in Pakistan, the on-grid solar solution.

On-grid solar energy solution: the details

On-grid solar energy solutions are arguably the most popular type of solar solutions in Pakistan, with a good majority of both residential and commercial consumers going for on-grid systems. So, let us discuss the benefits and the inherent disadvantages of on-grid solar solutions of better understanding.

Benefits: On-grid solar solutions are much more cost-effective, since they aren’t much of an expensive affair to begin with. Upfront costs are lower, and consumers can save more on their energy bills by making the system compatible with net-metering, allowing the unused energy to be fed into the grid, thereby further lowering your energy bills.

Disadvantages: One of the major disadvantages of an on-grid system is the simple fact that the solution cannot energise the home or office on its own, since it works in tandem with the grid energy. So, during a blackout, your solar energy solution will go offline as well, which, for some, could defeat the whole purpose of having a solar energy system in the first place.

Off-grid solar energy solutions: the details

Off-grid solar energy solutions aren’t as popular as their on-grid brethren, but that doesn’t mean that they aren’t as useful. In fact, they can be quite liberating, especially for the Pakistani consumers who haven’t had much of a good relationship with the grid. Lets take a look at the benefits and disadvantages of an off-grid solar solution.

Benefits: One of the major benefits of an off-grid solar solution is in its name; off-grid. With such highly-efficient solar solutions, you don’t need any input from the grid at all. So, its energy independence unlike ever before, and you don’t get to pay any bills ever, which is a pretty big deal.

Disadvantages: The disadvantage of an off-grid solar solutions are their high prices, since a lot of equipment is required to go completely off the grid, not to mention highly specialised solar inverters and panels, as well as the fact that if you don’t get sunlight for extended periods of time, the system can and will run out of juice, which might leave you without any energy source at all.

Hybrid solar energy solutions: the details

Hybrid solar solutions combine the best of both worlds; the reliability from the off-grid systems and the net-metering options of the on-grid systems. But there’s so much more that makes hybrid solar solution a really solid contender.

Benefits: Hybrid solar solutions act as both off-grid solutions and on-grid solutions, so in the event of a blackout, provided you have enough energy stored, the premises can be run on solar energy alone, and for more urban dwellers, hybrid solar solutions offer net-metering options as well.

Disadvantages: Since they require specialised equipment, therefore, the cost for hybrid solar solutions can be much higher than conventional systems, which explains why most consumers are turned away from hybrid solar solutions.

RS Energy: The Best Solar Company in Islamabad

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