Peak Shaving with BESS: Cut Costs and Control Energy Use

Every business uses more energy during certain parts of the day. These spikes in demand, known as peak periods, come with hefty charges. Peak shaving with BESS provides a solution by shifting energy consumption to cheaper, off-peak times.

What is Peak Shaving?

Peak shaving involves reducing the amount of energy drawn from the grid during peak demand periods by using stored energy. This practice helps avoid premium rates charged by utility companies.

How BESS Enables Peak Shaving

• Energy Storage: BESS stores energy during off-peak hours.

• Automatic Discharge: During peak times, the system releases stored energy to reduce grid reliance.

• Smart Monitoring: Integrated systems track demand in real time.

Benefits for Businesses

• Lower Energy Bills: Avoid peak demand charges.

• Improved Energy Efficiency: Smooths energy profile over time.

• Environmental Benefits: Enables better use of renewable energy sources.

• Grid Stability: Helps reduce overall grid stress during peak times.

Real-World Impact

Businesses that implement peak shaving see fast ROI through reduced costs and more predictable energy expenses.

How BESS can help with Peak Shaving

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