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What Happens to Solar Power You Don’t Use Right Away?

Solar production and household use do not always happen at the same time. How exported energy is credited depends on local utility rules.

Instant household use

When the system is producing, electricity can serve household loads. Additional production may flow through the grid connection, depending on system configuration and interconnection approval.

Utility crediting varies

Net-metering and export-credit arrangements vary by state, utility and program. Check current utility terms and do not assume a fixed credit or retail-rate compensation.

A battery changes timing

A battery can store some energy for later use when configured accordingly. Its impact depends on capacity, settings, household loads and project economics.

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