Ongrid vs hybrid solar solutions: which is best for you?
Of the three types of solar energy solutions available for consumers in Pakistan, two of them are very popular, and these two form a major chunk of what consumers in Pakistan go for when it comes to solar energy solutions. Of the three namely on-grid, hybrid and off-grid solar solutions, a good majority of all installed solar energy solutions in Pakistan are either on-grid or hybrid. Which serves as a testament to the utility of these systems and allows for the proper utilisation of solar energy in a country where sunlight, especially during summers can become problematic.
So, in this blog post, we will compare the two most popular types of solar energy solutions currently in Pakistan, on-grid and hybrid solar solutions, and we will discuss which one might be better for you and your requirements. Considering that these two types of solar energy solutions are really common and prevalent in Pakistan, it is therefore important for us to make it obvious which one might be better for you, allowing you to make the right decision when it comes to getting the right solar energy solution for your home or business.
Let’s get started by first discussing what these two systems offer, and then we’ll compare them by understanding which particular system might be better for you.
On-grid solar energy solutions
On-grid solar energy solutions, as their name suggests, are solar energy solutions that essentially work in tandem with the grid. While these systems derive their energy from the solar panels as all other systems do, what makes them different or unique is their integration with the grid in such a manner that it fills out whatever spaces are left by the grid energy. With on-grid solar energy solutions, you can expect the full force of the grid, complete with the energy complementation of solar energy, coupled with the cost savings in terms of energy savings, as well as the option to further amplify your savings by ensuring your system is compliant with net-metering. All in all, on-grid solar energy solutions represent the absolute best of what the solar energy industry has to offer.
Hybrid solar energy solutions
On the other end of the spectrum are hybrid solar solutions, which can best be described as a perfect mix of both on-grid solar energy solutions and off-grid solar energy solutions. For starters, hybrid solar energy solutions operate just like on-grid solar solutions, connecting to the grid and offering both energy fill-outs as well as the option of enabling net-metering for better cost savings. On the other hand, hybrid solar solutions can act like off-grid solutions in how they can essentially function without any input from the grid at all. Should the grid go down and leave the premises without any energy at all, whereas on-grid solutions will not perform at all since they are designed to work in tandem with the grid, the hybrid solar energy solution will continue to operate as usual, and if enough battery storage is available, it may even be able to energise the entire premises on its own, without any input from the grid at all.
On-grid vs hybrid solution: which is better?
For many people in Pakistan who are new to the solar energy equation and don’t know much about solar energy, on-grid solar solutions are usually suggested. However, it is important for consumers to know all about their options when it comes to solar energy solutions, since this can help them get the best possible solution. So, lets quickly go through what makes each system unique and better to understand which one might therefore, be better.
On-grid solutions are excellent for residential spaces where the grid is reliable enough, and the main requirement for a solar solution is to reduce the consumption of grid energy and thereby, lower your bills. Since these systems are essentially at the mercy of the grid itself, it is important to know that if the grid goes down, the system wont work. On the other hand, hybrid solar solutions can offer the utility, practicality and the net-metering and savings options of on-grid solutions, but can be rather costly. So, make your decision based on these parameters and you will get the best solar energy solution for your home.
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