Preparing for Power Outages with Battery Storage

This guide discusses the increasing consideration of battery storage solutions for homes and businesses in response to frequent power outages and rising utility costs. It outlines the changing energy landscape in the United States, emphasizing the impact of deteriorating grid infrastructure and climate change on electricity reliability. The document details the growth of renewable energy sources, particularly solar power, and highlights the emerging need for energy storage systems (ESS) to complement these sources. It explains how distributed energy resources (DERs) can enhance grid stability and describes the components of an ESS, including batteries and control management systems. The guide also notes the anticipated growth in battery storage adoption, driven by the rising utility rates and the need for reliable power during outages. It concludes by presenting new energy storage system packages from Briggs & Stratton Energy Solutions, aimed at simplifying entry into the energy storage market for dealers and installers.