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> it doesnt reduce peak need Residential solar doesn't use batteries?

• s1artibartfast 3y ago
  Batteries use batteries, not solar. Either way, Peak need is still determined by when residential batteries are empty because residential batteries are not sized to a day without sun, let alone multiple. Therefore, you are always stuck with a grid built with capacity for the same peak.
  • flir 3y ago
    > Therefore, you are always stuck with a grid built with capacity for the same peak. Thanks, I understand your point now. I thought you were arguing something much looser. But I think you're looking at residential solar in isolation, and not considering the load-shifting that comes with a smart grid.