Warm Homes Plan & Battery Storage
Storing Your Solar Energy
Battery storage is increasingly recognised as a key part of a modern, energy-efficient home and it’s expected to play an important role within the Warm Homes Plan.
Home batteries allow you to store surplus solar energy generated during the day and use it later, reducing reliance on the grid and increasing overall savings.
How battery storage works
A home battery stores excess electricity generated by solar panels rather than exporting it back to the grid. This stored energy can then be used:
- In the evening
- During peak tariff periods
- When solar generation is low
The result is greater energy independence and better use of the energy your system produces.
Why battery storage matters under the Warm Homes Plan
Battery storage supports the wider goals of the Warm Homes Plan by:
- Increasing household energy efficiency
- Reducing peak demand on the grid
- Maximising the value of renewable energy installations
As funding models develop, battery storage may be supported either as a standalone measure or alongside solar PV installations.
Funding and finance for home batteries
While details are still being finalised, battery storage could be included through:
- Low-interest finance options
- Partially funded upgrade schemes
- Integrated solar-plus-battery packages
Staying informed early gives homeowners the best chance to act quickly when funding opens.
Join the battery storage funding waitlist
If you’re interested in battery storage and want updates on how the Warm Homes Plan may support it, register your interest below.
Join the Warm Homes Plan funding waitlist using the form below: