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Battery Storage: Powering Solar Projects and Saving Costs

Author: Silinfra

September 1, 2025 | 8 Min Read

See why battery storage is essential for modern solar systems in India. We explain the technology, benefits for business continuity, and practical implementation for industrial clients.

Battery storage is rapidly transforming India’s solar sector, unlocking new levels of reliability, cost savings, and business continuity for industrial consumers. SilInfra stands at the forefront of this shift, offering cutting-edge battery-enabled solar EPC solutions tailored to Indian market realities.

Why Battery Storage Is Essential

Modern solar projects increasingly rely on battery energy storage systems (BESS) to overcome solar power’s inherent intermittency. These systems store surplus solar power generated during daylight and release it during peak demand or outages, ensuring 24/7 availability and stable energy costs. In India, where power quality and grid stability still pose challenges, BESS is vital for industries that cannot afford downtime or unpredictable electricity rates.

Business Continuity for Industrial Clients

Battery storage smooths power supply, keeping critical operations running when grid power falters or prices spike. SilInfra’s solar-plus-storage projects enable:​

  • Instant backup during outages, minimizing operational losses and downtime for manufacturing, healthcare, and logistics.​

  • Peak load shaving to reduce expensive demand charges.​

  • Strategic energy budgeting through time-of-use arbitrage—store power when grid rates are low; use it when rates surge.

Cost Savings and Economic Impact

The financial case for battery storage in India is clear. Viability Gap Funding (VGF) and Production Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes provide direct capital support and tax benefits, lowering upfront costs for BESS deployment. Businesses experience:​

  • Lower energy bills, reduced reliance on expensive grid electricity, and improved power efficiency.​

  • Rapid payback and competitive ROI, especially as battery costs continue to decline due to technological innovation and government support.​

India’s Market Scope and Growth Potential

India’s battery storage market is booming, with tenders for more than 12.8 GWh of capacity issued between 2022 and 2025. The sector is forecast to reach USD 32 billion by 2030, driven by national renewable energy goals (500 GW by 2030), ambitious policy initiatives, and the urgent need for grid stability.​

Policy highlights:

  • Viability Gap Funding covers up to 30% of capex for standalone BESS projects.​

  • The National Energy Storage Mission and local incentives in states like Maharashtra and Gujarat actively encourage adoption.​

Business models are evolving, with Energy Storage as a Service (ESaaS), distributed storage, and community-backed microgrids making advanced energy security accessible to a wide range of clients.

SilInfra’s Approach: Reliable Solar + Storage EPC Expertise

SilInfra delivers turnkey solar EPC solutions with integrated battery storage, ensuring clients benefit from:

  • Project feasibility analysis, tech selection (Lithium-ion, distributed BESS, microgrid), and regulatory guidance for seamless grid connection.​

  • Custom system design to optimize power availability, operational savings, and scalability for future energy needs.

  • End-to-end implementation backed by technical support, remote monitoring, and after-sales service for peace of mind.

Battery storage is now indispensable for industrial solar projects in India—driving cost efficiency, operational resilience, and environmental leadership in a market hungry for smarter energy solutions. With SilInfra’s expertise and a robust national policy environment, Indian businesses are uniquely positioned to unlock the full value of solar power—day and night.​

For guidance on implementing solar-plus-storage for your facility, connect with SilInfra—the partner that powers progress, savings, and sustainability in every solution.

Take the First Step Today

  • Assess your rooftop potential with online calculators
  • Obtain quotes from Silinfra
  • Apply for subsidies on pmsuryaghar.gov.in
  • Plan your financing options to maximize benefits

Solar energy offers an unbeatable combination of savings, reliability, and environmental good. The sun shines bright over India—let it power your future.

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