By the PPA Funding team Last updated
On-site solar and battery storage are a natural partner for commercial EV charging. They cut the cost of charging fleets, staff and customer vehicles, and reduce the strain a bank of chargers places on your grid connection — turning an electrification cost into an on-site advantage.
Why solar suits EV charging
Fleets and workplaces often charge during the day, which is when solar generates — so a good share of charging can come from self-generated power rather than expensive grid electricity.
Battery storage eases the connection
Adding chargers can push up peak demand and even require costly grid upgrades. Battery storage buffers those peaks, letting you add charging capacity without the same strain on your connection.
A customer and staff draw
For retail, hospitality and workplaces, solar-backed charging is both a cost saving and an amenity that attracts EV-driving customers and employees.
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Frequently asked questions
Can solar fully power our EV chargers?
It can cover a meaningful share, especially daytime charging, and battery storage extends that. For heavy rapid charging, solar reduces rather than removes grid draw, still cutting cost.
Will adding chargers need a grid upgrade?
It can, if peak demand rises sharply. Battery storage helps avoid or reduce that by smoothing peaks. We assess your connection and design accordingly.
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