SolarTherm UK completed a 9.0 kWp solar PV and battery storage installation in Havering, Essex, designed to help the homeowner reduce their reliance on expensive grid electricity, increase renewable energy generation and achieve long term savings on their energy bills.
The system combines 20 high performance Aiko solar panels with a 9.4 kWh Hanchu ESS battery, providing a substantial solar generation capacity alongside energy storage for greater use of the electricity generated on site.
The Installation
The Havering property was fitted with:
- 20x Aiko N-Type ABC Neostar 450W solar panels
- 9.4 kWh Hanchu ESS battery
The 20 Aiko panels provide a combined installed capacity of 9.0 kWp, allowing the property to generate a significant amount of clean, renewable electricity throughout the year.
The addition of the 9.4 kWh Hanchu ESS battery means surplus solar energy can be stored rather than being exported to the grid. This stored energy can then be used when solar generation is lower, such as during the evening or at times of higher household demand.
Designed to Maximise Solar Self-Consumption
A key benefit of combining solar panels with battery storage is the ability to make better use of the electricity generated by the system. Without battery storage, surplus electricity generated during periods of high solar production may be exported to the grid. With the Hanchu ESS battery installed, surplus generation can instead be stored for later use in the evenings or overnight.
This helps the homeowner increase their solar self-consumption, reduce the amount of electricity they need to purchase from the grid and get greater value from their solar PV system.
Predicted Financial Returns
The Havering installation is expected to deliver significant long term financial benefits.
- Predicted year 1 savings: £1,394
- Estimated payback period: 8 years
- Predicted 30 year savings: £114,310
With predicted first year savings of £1,394, the system has an estimated payback period of just 8 years. Over the minimum 30 year lifespan of the system, the installation is expected to deliver £114,310 in total savings, demonstrating the potential long term value of investing in solar PV and battery storage.
System Summary
| Location | Havering, Essex |
| System size | 9.0 kWp |
| Solar panels | 20x Aiko N-Type ABC Neostar 450W |
| Battery storage | 9.4 kWh Hanchu ESS |
| Predicted year 1 savings | £1,394 |
| Estimated payback period | 8 years |
| Predicted 30 year savings | £114,310 |
A Smarter Approach to Home Energy
For homeowners in Havering and across Essex, solar panels combined with battery storage can provide more than just renewable electricity. They offer an opportunity to take greater control over when and how household energy is generated and consumed.
The combination of Aiko N-Type ABC Neostar panels and Hanchu ESS battery storage gives this Havering property a high capacity renewable energy system designed with both energy independence and long term financial savings in mind.
Thinking About Solar Panels in Havering?
If you’re considering solar panels or battery storage for your home in Havering, Romford, Tilbury or elsewhere across Essex or the South East, SolarTherm UK can design a system that’s built for long term reliability, efficiency and savings.
Contact SolarTherm UK today for a free, no obligation quote and design, tailored to your property, usage and future energy needs. No hard sell, just honest, expert advice – and the time you need to make an informed decision.
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