NSW businesses now have a series of resources to help them better understand, investigate and buy battery storage systems to help reach sustainability goals and save on energy bills.
Office of Environment and Heritage (OEH) deputy CEO, Ian Hunter said the resources, developed by OEH, discuss cutting-edge battery technologies, their application, current pricing and provide information about the emerging technology in Australia.
“Batteries and energy storage play a critical role in the transition to a clean energy future,” Hunter said.
“The benefits are huge and we are committed to providing businesses with these comprehensive guides and tools to help them decide if battery storage can assist in their operations.
“Recent feasibility investigations revealed that businesses can gain value from battery storage by using the new technology to meet their renewable and sustainability targets.
“Benefits can be financial, environmental, but can also increase energy security and independence."
Advanced battery storage technology can enable businesses to achieve long-term goals for self-sufficient energy storage.
Resources include:
A battery storage guide which is a buying and usage handbook. The guide will help businesses understand different battery storage systems and whether they are feasible for their facilities.
Battery storage for business: the essentials is an overview of the technology including how battery storage systems work.
Battery storage for business: an investment decision tool. This is an online tool which provides a snapshot of energy use and the expected return on investment of installing a battery storage system.
A price estimate template - for businesses who wish to obtain quality quotes for the supply and installation of a battery storage system.
The battery storage for business training course. It helps professionals navigate the new technology.
To attend upcoming OEH battery storage for business training courses go to: www.environment.nsw.gov.au/business/battery-storage-training.htm
To access the resources, visit www.environment.nsw.gov.au/business/battery-storage.htm or email energy.saver@environment.nsw.gov.au or call 1300 361 967 (ask for the Energy Efficient Business team).