Solar panels with incorporated battery storage marry the energy-generating features of solar panels with the fuel-storing attributes of batteries. For example, lithium-ion or lead-acid batteries are used for storing excess electricity generated by the panels. Optimal performance and longevity are ensured through regulated charging and discharging by battery management systems. For both residential and commercial purposes, this combination allows for shifting energy use to expensive fee periods, providing backup power during outages, and self-consumption during non-generating hours, thereby increasing reliability and versatility.