Solar PV has become the backbone of the global renewable energy transition. Costs continue to fall, efficiency keeps improving, and deployment is accelerating across residential rooftops, commercial campuses, and utility-scale fields.
But as penetration rises, so does a key question: is solar alone enough, or does the real value come when it’s paired with batteries?
The Case for Solar Alone
For many projects, especially in markets with strong policy support, solar without batteries is still the most cost-effective choice.
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