Improve energy efficiency and reduce your company's costs with energy storage and support services

For many companies, it is no longer enough to work solely with lighting and ventilation to save on electricity costs. Instead, the biggest gains come when energy efficiency, battery storage, and support services work together . The combination of energy efficiency and energy storage creates the best effect for cost savings and long-term business benefits.

Here we go through how your business can reduce peak power consumption, increase its own use of solar power, and generate revenue by helping to balance the electricity grid.

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1. Cut peak loads (Peak Shaving) and reduce your grid fees

One of the biggest hidden costs for businesses is the power charge, the price you pay for the hour of the month when you use the most electricity at the same time. By installing an energy storage system with batteries, you can use the peak shaving function. This means that the battery automatically supplies energy during periods when your power demand is at its highest.

● Result: You reduce peak power consumption and thereby reduce the power-based charge directly on your invoice.

● Arbitrage: The battery can also be charged when electricity prices are low (e.g., at night) and used when spot prices are high.

Example: For a company with high power charges, a 50–100 kW lower monthly peak can mean hundreds of thousands of kronor per year in lower grid costs (the outcome depends on your specific grid agreement).

2. Earn money from support services

What has revolutionized energy storage calculations in recent years is the opportunity to participate in the market for ancillary services. Swedish power grids need help maintaining balance in the electricity grid (frequency 50 Hz), and they pay companies that can contribute flexibility.

By connecting your battery storage to an aggregator or virtual power plant (VPP), you can lease capacity to the grid. The battery is ready to quickly discharge or charge if the frequency in the grid fluctuates. Support services often require cooperation with an aggregator to meet technical and administrative requirements.

● FCR-D (Frequency Containment Reserve - Disturbance): Requires rapid response time and pays for readiness.

● FFR (Fast Frequency Reserve): Handles rapid frequency deviations and provides compensation for very rapid interventions.

Note: Terms and compensation levels vary over time, so the calculation must always be updated based on current market data.

3. Solar cells and energy efficiency as a foundation

To maximize the benefits of a battery, it should be combined with your own production. Solar cells produce cheap, green electricity during the day. With a battery storage system, you can then store the surplus and use it in the evening or morning, which increases your share of self-consumption and reduces the amount of electricity you need to purchase from the grid.

Before making a major investment, it is important to keep track of your base consumption. An energy audit is a methodical review of your business's energy flows. It identifies where you are wasting energy unnecessarily and provides a basis for decisions on investments with a clear return on investment (ROI).

Depending on their size and energy consumption, larger companies may be subject to legal requirements for regular energy audits. Regardless of size, this is often the start of profitability.

4. Safe and secure installation of energy storage

Installing large battery storage systems in commercial properties places high demands on safety. Proper design, fire compartmentation, and risk assessments are required to meet insurance requirements and legislation.

SBP prioritizes the use of certified components and always complies with the latest industry safety regulations to ensure safe installation and operation.

Important safety measures include:

● Physical location: Safety zones and separation from fire-hazardous areas.

● Monitoring: The battery's BMS (Battery Management System) must be monitored around the clock to prevent faults.

● The right technology: Use of proven components and installation by certified experts.

5. How SBP helps your company – from preliminary study to operational revenue

At SBP , we work as a comprehensive supplier within greentech. We know that technology choices, regulatory requirements, and grant applications can feel complicated. That's why we take care of the entire chain with future-proof technology for your business needs.

Our process ensures that you get a solution that is optimized for your specific business goals:

● Preliminary study & calculation: We map out your needs based on your energy profile, analyze power peaks, and calculate the ROI for batteries and support services.

● Support & financing: We offer to take on the entire investment and establish a long-term partnership to achieve a good return without burdening your finances.

●Installation & safety: We design and install the system in accordance with applicable fire and electrical safety regulations.

● Operation & support services: After installation, we ensure that you are connected to an aggregator so that revenue from support services can start rolling in, while we take care of service and monitoring.

Discover our current range of services with market-leading, green technologies tailored to your needs.

Are you ready to turn energy costs into revenue?

By acting now, your company can not only reduce its costs and exposure to volatile electricity prices, but also contribute to a more stable Swedish electricity grid and a greener future.

Contact us at SBP for an initial feasibility study and calculation for your property.

Frequently asked questions about energy efficiency for businesses

What does energy efficiency mean for businesses?

Energy efficiency means that companies take measures to reduce their energy consumption or electricity costs without affecting productivity. This can involve optimising lighting and heating systems, installing energy storage to reduce peak loads, investing in energy-efficient machinery and changing behaviour. The aim is to reduce costs and environmental impact.

What are the benefits of improving energy efficiency?

Improving energy efficiency can lead to significant cost savings, reduced greenhouse gas emissions, and an improved working environment. It also strengthens the company's brand and competitiveness by demonstrating clear environmental responsibility.

How can my company start improving its energy efficiency?

Start with an energy audit to identify where you can make the biggest savings. Then draw up an action plan with specific goals, such as installing solar panels or batteries, and involve your employees to increase engagement and improve results.

Are there any grants or subsidies available for energy efficiency measures?

Yes, there are several support programs, such as Industriklivet for industrial companies and Klimatklivet for investments that reduce carbon dioxide emissions (e.g., charging infrastructure). The regulations are continuously updated, and SBP can help you identify current support in connection with a preliminary study.

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