Combining solar power with other clean energy solutions is an excellent strategy to maximise your energy independence, savings, and sustainability. While TCK Solar focuses on high-quality photovoltaic (PV) systems, we recommend pairing our best-in-market solutions with the most commonly installed systems:
1. Solar + Battery Storage (Hybrid System)
This is the most beneficial combination. By pairing solar panels with a battery (like the Tesla Powerwall), you create a hybrid system that maximises self-consumption and resilience. The battery stores your excess solar energy or low-zero cost charging from the electricity grid (such as between 11am-2pm or midnight-4am for use on days of poor solar generation or during blackouts or at nighttime, meaning you can significantly reduce your reliance on the electricity grid.
2. Solar + Electric Heat Pumps
A highly effective combination is pairing solar PV with energy-efficient electric heat pumps (for hot water and/or home heating/cooling). Heat pumps use electricity, and when powered by your solar system, they drastically reduce your household’s costs, including potentially replacing natural gas, thereby leading to overall cost savings and a near net-zero home.
3. Solar + Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging
Integrating an EV charger with your solar system allows you to charge your car using self-generated solar energy. This extends your sustainable energy use beyond the home and can make transportation costs virtually free.
By guiding you with choosing the best combinations for your individual circumstances, TCK will partner with you to effectively utilise the sun to power nearly all of your energy needs.
Thank you for taking the time to review our FAQ. We’re excited to help you explore all the benefits of all-electric solutions. If you have more questions or would like to discuss your solar options, feel free to reach out to us by email, phone or via the contact us form on our website.
