Smarter than the Digital Meter: Help your clients master the Belgian capacity tariff

Since the introduction of the capacity tariff in Flanders, many end-customers have been wary of their digital meters. For you as an installer, however, this presents a massive opportunity. By offering not just solar panels, but a smart energy management system with battery storage, you transition from being a 'technician' to an indispensable energy advisor.

The Capacity Tariff: The Challenge for the Belgian Consumer

The capacity tariff is calculated based on the average monthly peak (the highest power demand taken from the grid in a 15-minute interval). For households with a heat pump or an electric vehicle (EV), these peaks can skyrocket, leading to significantly higher electricity bills.

Many customers believe that solar panels alone are the solution. However, without active management, consumption peaks in the morning and evening often remain unchanged. This is where the power of a smart home battery comes into play.

Huawei & Enphase: The 'Peak Shavers' for Your Projects

As an installer, you want to work with reliable Tier 1 equipment that delivers on its technical promises. The Huawei LUNA2000 and the Enphase IQ Battery for example are the ideal solutions for this challenge.

Why these are the best choices for the Belgian market:

• Automatic Peak Management: Through advanced software, these batteries can be configured to discharge the moment household consumption exceeds a certain threshold. Instead of pulling power from the grid, the system uses stored energy, keeping the registered 15-minute peak low.

• Modular Scalability: With our A-brands, you can start with a smaller capacity (e.g., 5 kWh or 3.5 kWh) and easily expand later as the customer's demand grows (for example, when purchasing an EV).

• Real-time Insights: The FusionSolar app (Huawei) and the Enphase App (or apps from other brands) provide customers with direct insight into their consumption profile, proving the added value of your installation month after month.

Your Opportunity as an Installer

The Belgian market is shifting. Customers are no longer just asking for "free electricity"; they are asking for "lower bills." By emphasizing peak shaving in your quotes, you make the business case for a home battery immediately tangible.