Energy Costs, Solar Generation and Smart Tariffs
Electricity prices change. Solar creates a long-lived source of on-site generation, while batteries and flexible loads can help move consumption away from expensive periods.
Price matters, but timing matters too.
Reduce imports
Direct solar use avoids buying the same unit from the grid at the applicable import price.
Shift demand
Dishwashers, laundry, water heating and EV charging can often be scheduled into solar or lower-price periods.
Store energy
A battery can move solar or cheaper grid energy into later household demand, allowing for conversion losses.
Export intelligently
A suitable export tariff can add value to surplus, but eligibility, time windows and rates must be checked.
Use live tariff data for financial decisions.
Price caps, fixed tariffs, time-of-use rates and export offers can change several times during the life of a system. Mr Solar should model options using the customer’s actual current import tariff and realistic alternatives.
- Import unit rate and standing charge
- Cheap-rate charging window
- Peak pricing and restrictions
- Export rate and eligibility
- Battery round-trip losses
- Expected annual generation and self-use
Start with a proper solar assessment.
Tell Mr Solar about your property, electricity use and future plans. We will recommend a system around the building and the way you actually use energy.