Energy Independence for Business: Industrial Storage Systems and Niche Solar Solutions from Via Solar

25.02.2026

On February 18, 2026, during the Energy Club online meeting “Technologies and Solutions for Community Energy Security,” Oleh Kabashnii, Head of Sales at Via Solar, delivered a presentation. He focused on two key topics: providing enterprises with industrial energy storage systems (BESS) and the use of non-standard (vertical and semi-transparent) photomodules.

Below are the main highlights of his report.

1. Industrial Energy Storage Systems (from 100 kWh to 4 MWh+)

In the face of emergency blackouts, peak loads, and unstable tariffs, industrial storage systems have become more than just an advantage for businesses—they are a financial tool for protection against downtime. These solutions are especially relevant for manufacturing, warehouses, logistics and data centers, as well as agro-processing complexes and elevators.

The company presented two basic storage models:

• R100/211 Model: Inverter power — 100 kW, capacity — 211 kWh (400V voltage). Features liquid cooling.
• 125/261 Model: Power — 125 kW, capacity — 261 kWh.

General Characteristics: The resource for both systems exceeds 8,000 charge/discharge cycles. Given one cycle per day, this ensures over 20 years of operation with a residual capacity of 60–70%.

Key Technological Advantages:

• Off-Grid and Black Start: Systems can operate completely autonomously without an external grid and can start from zero.
• Climate Protection: Equipment is supplied in cabinets or containers with built-in climate control (cooling/heating), allowing outdoor installation.
• EMS (Energy Management System) Integration: Allows for automatic charge/discharge management, optimization of self-consumption, and even selling surplus electricity to the grid.

Practical Case: Via Solar is currently implementing a project in Western Ukraine involving 1 MW of solar generation, 900 kW of inverter capacity, and 6–8 MWh of storage. The client is building the system specifically for selling electricity to the grid without self-consumption.

2. Vertical and Semi-transparent Photomodules: Solutions for Complex Roofs and Agribusiness

In addition to classic SPPs, the speaker presented alternative vertical generation systems (panel power — 200 W). Their unique feature is dual-peak generation (morning and afternoon) with a slight dip at noon, which helps level the energy production schedule.

Where to Use:

• Flat Roofs with Load Restrictions: Unlike classic systems, vertical modules are significantly lighter, mounted on rails without drilling through waterproofing, and do not require massive ballast.
• Installation Speed: Systems are delivered on ready-made pallets (33 modules for 6–7 kW, covering ~80 m² of the roof), which significantly speeds up installation.
• Agribusiness and Greenhouses: Semi-transparent panels transmit up to 70% of light, allowing plants to be grown directly underneath.

Honesty on Efficiency: Comparison with Classic SPPs (from Q&A)

Responding to a question from Alexander Suslov regarding efficiency comparisons, Oleh Kabashnii noted:

• Generation: Standard photomodules (at an ideal angle) will yield 20–30% more generation per 100 m² than vertical ones.
• Price: Vertical systems are approximately twice as expensive as classic ones.

Conclusion: Vertical photomodules are not a replacement for traditional SPPs, but a niche (yet unrivaled) solution for facilities where structural roof limitations or light permeability needs make a classic system impossible to install.

Reference: Via Solar provides turnkey solutions: from design to service support (5-year warranty).