Caravan Park in Skegness
A recent commercial Solar PV project in Skegness shows how effective battery storage (BESS) and repowering can be. We upgraded the Solar PV system serving a large holiday park with 300 caravans.
Using the site’s 555-watt panels, our engineers created a purpose-built inverter house to improve the way the system delivered power across the park.
The original 20kW inverter was housed there and, using the same framework, we installed an additional 20kW inverter.
One of the main challenges was that the mains supply was 300 metres away from the inverter house.
To overcome this, we connected a hybrid inverter alongside the battery storage we installed, creating a more flexible and responsive system.
Each inverter provides 20kW of power, with a further 10kW available from the battery. Combined, the system can meet up to 50kW of demand from the site.
The result is a reactive system that prioritises the caravan park’s demand first, while maintaining the battery as a reliable back-up supply.
On a bright day, if the site requires 50kW and both inverters are producing, the system can draw what it needs to meet demand while also keeping the battery charged.
By using battery storage in this way, the site can significantly reduce the power it takes from the National Grid and may still have surplus energy available to sell.
FAQs About Commercial Solar Battery Storage
What is commercial solar battery storage? Commercial solar battery storage allows businesses to store electricity generated by Solar PV panels and use it later, helping reduce grid imports and improve return on investment.
Can battery storage reduce business energy bills? Yes. Battery storage can reduce energy costs by storing low-cost or self-generated electricity and using it during peak demand periods when grid electricity is more expensive.
Is battery storage suitable for large commercial sites? Yes. Farms, holiday parks, industrial sites, universities, social housing schemes and commercial premises can all benefit from a system designed around their energy usage and site requirements.
Can I add battery storage to an existing Solar PV system? Yes. In many cases, battery storage can be added to an existing commercial Solar PV system as part of a repowering, upgrade or performance improvement project. HIT Energy Services can assess your current installation and advise on the best approach.
What is Solar PV repowering? Solar PV repowering means improving or upgrading an existing solar installation so it performs more efficiently. This may include replacing panels, upgrading inverters, improving monitoring or adding battery storage to make better use of generated energy.
How does battery storage help reduce reliance on the National Grid? Battery storage allows a business to store electricity produced by its Solar PV system and use it when demand is higher. This can reduce the amount of electricity imported from the grid, especially during expensive peak periods.
Can a commercial solar battery system generate income? It can. If your site produces more electricity than it uses, stored or surplus energy may create opportunities to export power, improve tariff management or increase the financial return from your Solar PV asset.
Does HIT Energy Services work across the UK? Yes. HIT Energy Services supports commercial and utility-scale Solar PV sites across the UK, including farms, holiday parks, commercial premises, social housing sites, universities and agricultural operations.
How do I know if my Solar PV system is underperforming? Many systems lose output because of age, faults, poor maintenance or installation issues. A HIT Energy Services Solar PV health check can identify hidden performance losses and assess whether your PV system could benefit from battery storage. We can also provide a full technical report, which may be useful for maintenance planning, investment decisions and supporting information for your insurance company.
