When a homeowner is addressing their home's energy needs, they will often be focused on taking steps to reduce the home's energy use or to otherwise lower energy costs. For those that have opted for the placement of solar panels, this can lead to a situation where the home is actually producing more energy than it may needs.

Are There Options For Handling The Excess Energy Created By The Solar Panels?

Excess energy production from a home's solar panel system may seem wasteful because you might assume that there is no way to take advantage of this additional energy. However, many utility companies will allow homeowners to actually sell their excess solar power to the utility company. This can reduce the amount of power that the utility company must directly produce while also allowing homeowners to recover some of the costs of installing these systems by providing an avenue for selling their excess power.

Will It Be Difficult To Sell Energy To The Local Utility Company?

It might seem as though the process of selling excess energy to the utility company will be difficult. However, it can be a remarkably simple task. In most cases, homeowners will simply need to use the appropriate energy credits that will allow them to divert some of the power form their home back through the utility grid. The exact process of obtaining these credits can vary based on the utility company you work with and the local rules that are in place concerning these energy transfers. For example, some of these utility companies will simply place these energy credits on the customer's account, while others may provide direct cash payments. Reviewing these policies will allow you to know what to expect from using this option to sell your excess solar power.

What Types Of Impacts Will Selling Your Excess Energy Cause For Your Home Energy Needs?

A homeowner may wish to take advantage of these energy credits and transfer programs, but they may have their own worries about the way that these programs will impact their home's energy availability. In most cases, this type of energy transfer will have no noticeable impact on the home's electrical performance as this transfer will only occur when there is excess power that is not being used by the house. In some cases, a person may wish to have a dedicated battery that will be able to store excess power for use when the local electrical grid needs it. This can further reduce the risk of there being any noticeable performance drop with the home's electrical system and supply.

For more information on energy credits, including PJM energy credits, consult a resource in your area.