This report examines the financial viability of investing in behind-the-meter batteries for commercial and industrial (C&I) businesses in South Africa. The report analyses the business case for batteries under various combinations of parameters including battery sizes, customer load profiles, locations, existing rooftop solar capacity, and electricity tariff structures. Key findings show that batteries offer immediate cost-saving opportunities for C&I customers, especially those with variable load profiles, with optimal battery sizes yielding high returns on investment. The report demonstrates the financial viability and multiple benefits of battery investments for businesses and municipalities alike.
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