A dynamic energy contract uses hourly prices: electricity is often cheap at night or when there is plenty of sun or wind, and expensive during the evening peak. With a home battery, you can respond to this intelligently.
- Charge the battery when electricity is cheap
- Use your stored electricity during expensive hours
- Extra valuable now that net metering is being phased out
- Works best in combination with solar panels
How the combination works
Your battery charges using your own solar power and, if managed smartly, with cheap grid electricity during off-peak hours. During the expensive evening hours, you use that stored electricity instead of buying it at a high price. This lowers your bill and your dependence on the grid.
Why it is interesting right now
With the end of the net metering scheme by 2027 the value of feeding electricity back into the grid decreases, while the value of self-consumption increases. A battery combined with a dynamic contract allows you to maximise the use of your own solar power.
Is it profitable in your situation?
The return depends on your consumption, your solar panels, the battery size, and your contract. We calculate it honestly and only advise what is truly profitable in your specific situation.
Frequently asked questions
Do I necessarily need a dynamic contract?
No, a battery is also profitable with a fixed contract by increasing self-consumption. A dynamic contract can further increase the return.
Is charging from the grid sustainable?
Smart charging preferably takes place during moments of high renewable generation (sun and wind), which helps balance the grid. The foundation remains your own solar power.
Curious about what this means for your home?
Take the free sustainability check with your address; you will immediately see your energy label, roof area and savings opportunities.