Flexible with high ROI
Grid-tie solar, battery ready
This is normal grid-tied solar, commissioned so future battery storage can be added as and when it becomes financially viable.
Fit
Where this configuration earns its place.
Best for
Businesses that want the ROI profile of grid-tie solar now, with a cleaner route to future battery or generator integration.
High initial ROI
Future battery storage option
Prepared for later generator integration
Trade-off
No configuration is universal.
Battery backup is not included from day one. The timing and cost of adding storage still need to be modelled.
Hokaai Shopping Centre actual savings report.
The base system is still grid-tied solar. The difference is that the inverter and commissioning approach allow for future battery expansion.
Measured report
Hokaai Faerie Glen savings report
February 2026 report
A measured grid-tie report showing the savings and ROI profile of a system commissioned for strong current returns while keeping future expansion in view.
system size
actual savings vs projected savings
annualised gross ROI Y1
After 3 different projects completed by Gentricity over 2 years, we are very happy with the products, service and back up.
Check whether this fits your numbers.
The right answer depends on operating hours, tariff, roof or land, finance route and backup requirements.
Get your solar model