Why do you need warranty insurance for your energy storage system?

Our warranty insurance solutions help to secure your sustainable business in the long run. Energy storage systems often involve the complex integration of multiple high-tech components. These are all prone to failure and malfunction, particularly over long periods of ten years and more.

How long do energy storage systems last?

Energy storage systems often involve the complex integration of multiple high-tech components. These are all prone to failure and malfunction, particularly over long periods of ten years and more. As a manufacturer and system integrator you have to provide your customers with warranties.

Are solar developers quoting energy storage in every deal?

Under Southern California Edison’s GS3 time-of-use rate, energy storage is being quoted in every solar deal as the energy charge during peak periods, which are from 4 to 9 p.m. or 5 to 8 p.m., is as high as 40¢ a kilowatt hour. With the change in time-of-use rates in California, developers and solar installers are now quoting energy storage.

Why do we need reliable energy storage systems?

Renewables like wind and solar energy are intermittent by nature. To successfully master the energy transition, reliable energy storage systems are a must to provide the necessary supply stability.

Does LG Chem offer an energy throughput warranty?

LG Chem offers an energy throughput warranty, meaning it warrants that the battery will deliver a certain amount of energy over a 10-year life. The number of times a day the battery is cycled affects the battery's lifespan, making energy throughput a crucial factor.

What is the design target for a 10-year warranty?

MR. MAGUIRE: A 10-year warranty does not have a design target of 10 years because half of the batteries would need to be returned under warranty. The design target would have to be at least 14 or 15 years.