Business home battery

For entrepreneurs, installers and business energy users, the business home battery offers an innovative solution that fits within the modern vision of energy management. A business home battery is no longer just a technological add-on, but rather provides the flexibility and control needed to run a business sustainably and efficiently.

Why choose a home business battery?

A home business battery is an energy storage system that allows you to store excess electricity for later use. In practice, this means that you don't have to use the energy your business generates during the day, such as with solar panels, or feed it back to the grid immediately. Instead, you store the generated power in a home battery so you can use it at times when the sun isn't shining or when energy rates are higher.

Choosing a home business battery is attractive for several reasons. First, it offers financial benefits. By storing energy and using it smartly, you reduce energy costs and benefit from lower peak loads, which is especially interesting for businesses with high energy consumption. In addition, a battery increases energy security: you are better protected against power outages and fluctuations in energy supply.

Another important benefit is the contribution to sustainability. By making optimal use of self-generated solar energy, you reduce carbon emissions and contribute to a circular energy transition. Moreover, a business battery can help relieve pressure on the overloaded electricity grid, which is becoming increasingly relevant, especially in the Netherlands, due to increasing grid congestion. A smart energy management strategy will ensure that your business operates more efficiently, greener and future-proof.

Business home battery for self-employed workers

As a self-employed business owner, you can also enjoy the benefits of a home business battery. More and more self-employed people work from home or a small office and have solar panels to generate their own power. A battery storage system allows you to use that generated power more efficiently and significantly reduce energy bills. Instead of delivering generated electricity back for a low fee, you can store it yourself and put it to use when energy prices are high or the sun is not shining.

For ZZP'ers, a business home battery offers not only financial benefits, but also more independence. You decide when and how to use energy. This is especially interesting for business owners who use equipment or electric vehicles that consume a lot of power. By making smart use of a battery storage, you can reduce peak loads and benefit from a more stable energy cost spread throughout the day.

Subsidy for a home battery for business purposes

Interest in business home batteries is growing, but many business owners wonder if there are subsidies or financial schemes available to make the investment more attractive. Currently, there are no national subsidies in the Netherlands specifically aimed at purchasing a home battery for business users. However, the government does encourage renewable energy projects and battery storage for businesses within broader schemes, such as the Energy Investment Allowance (EIA) and the Environmental Investment Allowance (MIA). These schemes can reduce overall investment costs by providing tax benefits.

The EIA allows a percentage of investment costs to be deducted from taxable profits, resulting in a lower tax burden. The MIA, in turn, provides additional deductions for environmentally friendly investments. Whether a specific battery solution qualifies depends on its technical specifications and the current list of approved business assets from the Rijksdienst voor Ondernemend Nederland (RVO).

In addition, some provinces and municipalities offer local grant opportunities or incentive schemes for renewable energy storage. So it pays to research what regional initiatives are available in your area.

Cost of a business home battery

The cost of a business home battery depends greatly on the capacity, type of system and the specific application within your business. In general, prices for business energy storage systems are higher than residential batteries because the storage capacity and power requirements are greater. A small business battery with a capacity of about 10 kWh can cost between 6,000 and 10,000 euros on average, while larger systems for businesses with higher consumption can reach 30,000 euros or more, depending on the complexity and power of the installation.

In addition to the purchase price, it is important to consider additional costs such as installation, integration with existing energy systems and possible maintenance. However, the total investment is often recouped within a few years through savings in energy costs and the ability to reduce peak loads. This makes a business home battery not only a sustainable, but also a financially wise choice in the long run.

Here's what to look for when buying a home business battery

Choosing a business home battery is a worthwhile investment, but requires careful consideration. Below are the main points to consider when buying a business home battery.

• Capacity and power: Choose a battery that matches your energy consumption and the amount of energy you want to store. Too small a battery fills up quickly, while too large a system can be unnecessarily expensive. Therefore, first analyze the average consumption and peak moments in your energy use.
• Compatibility with existing systems: check that the battery works well with your current solar panels and inverter. Not every system is universally compatible, so make sure the technologies are seamless.
• Longevity and quality: the quality of the battery cells determines how long the system will last. Pay attention to the number of charging cycles and choose a system with high efficiency and long life. This way, the battery retains its capacity even after many years of use.
• Management system and monitoring: a smart energy management system (EMS) helps maximize battery utilization. It allows you to track energy consumption in real time, prevent peak loads and increase efficiency.
• Installation and maintenance: opt for professional installation by a licensed party and inquire about maintenance or service contracts. Regular monitoring and software updates ensure that the system continues to function safely and efficiently.
• Safety and certification: check that the battery meets European safety standards and has the appropriate certifications. This not only ensures reliability, but can also be important for insurance and subsidy applications.

By paying attention to these factors, you increase your chances of a successful investment. A well-chosen and properly installed home business battery will maximize energy savings, reduce carbon emissions and provide more stable energy consumption in the long run.

Invest in a home business battery with Frax

Switching to smart energy storage is a step toward the future. With a business home battery, you make your business less dependent on the electricity grid, structurally reduce energy costs and actively contribute to more sustainable energy consumption.

At Frax, we believe that energy storage should be simple, reliable and future-proof. Our focus is on innovative Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) that perfectly meet the needs of both small and large businesses. Take the plunge into sustainable energy management today and discover how a home business battery can help your organization fully utilize the power of energy storage.