Photos of retrofitting solar power generation systems

Should you retrofit a solar energy system?

Let’s say you’ve owned a solar energy system for several years, and over time, your energy needs have expanded. Whether you need more power to charge a new electric vehicle or because of increased home consumption (maybe you invested in a new heat pump), there are many reasons why people may want to retrofit an existing solar energy system.

Can I Retrofit a solar battery to an existing solar panel system?

Yes, it’s easy to retrofit a solar battery to an existing solar panel system. Depending on the specifications of your existing system and how much storage capacity you require, we offer four sizes of batteries.

What is an AC-coupled solar retrofit?

An AC-coupled retrofit involves installing a separate inverter for your battery, allowing you to keep your existing solar inverter. Without the need to redesign or rewire your solar panel system, this option is typically more affordable upfront.

How much does it cost to retrofit a solar battery?

Costs vary depending on the storage capacity of the battery you need - we can retrofit a solar battery to a storage system from £3,635. Where are solar batteries fitted? Technical advances mean solar batteries are now lighter and smaller, creating more options for home battery storage.

What is the difference between repowering and retrofitting?

Repowering is leveraged to mitigate power degradation or to boost the project. Retrofitting is a type of revamping related to the adaptation of a solar PV plant to new requirements, usually driven by regulatory changes. The voltage dip adaptation needed in Spain in 2010 is an example of retrofitting.

What is a retrofit & how does it work?

Retrofitting is the industry term for upgrading or expanding an existing system, and it can mean adding new panels and Power Optimizers or even a new inverter to reach higher levels of energy generation.