By: Yair Braverman, CEO of Advise Electronics

When I look at the path Advice Electronics has taken since its establishment in 1987, I see a fascinating parallel to the development of the State of Israel itself.  We started as a small company that developed UPS systems and sold them "door-to-door," based on the fundamental understanding that continuous electricity is the key to all business and private activity. Today, almost four decades later, this need has not changed, but its complexity has grown immeasurably. We are no longer talking only about protecting a single server, but about protecting the national resilience of the entire State of Israel.

The "Iron Swords" war and recent geopolitical events have demonstrated to us, in the most painful way, the vulnerability of our centralized energy system. Israel is an "energy island" in every sense of the word – we do not have cables crossing the border to Europe or backup networks from neighboring countries that can supply us with power in a crisis.  Our energy security depends solely on us. The Ministry of Innovation and Energy report from September 2024 clearly states: energy storage is not just an environmental solution; it is a strategic imperative for maintaining functional continuity.

This is where our partnership with Sigenergy comes into play. When we decided to lead this revolution in Israel, we were looking for more than just a battery supplier. We were looking for technology that would be the "Apple of the energy world" – simple, integrated, and exceptionally smart.   The SigenStor  system we are implementing is the first in the world to combine five critical components in one device:

A solar inverter, a charger for an electric vehicle, a battery management system, battery packs, and an AI-based brain.

The electricity revolution of 2024 has opened up an unprecedented economic opportunity for every citizen and business in Israel. With the opening of the supply market to competition, every electricity meter becomes an economic playground.   Through Sigen AI, our system knows when to buy electricity from the grid when the price is low, when to store the energy, and when to sell the surpluses for maximum profit. Data from similar projects of ours worldwide proves that savings are not only possible – they are immediate.

For us at Advice, energy storage is the next stage in the evolution of "people serving people" . We are bringing to the Israeli market a solution that does not compromise on safety, with 6 built-in layers of protection in each battery, so that every family in a shared building and every factory manager can sleep soundly.  In the coming weeks, I intend to share with you here in-depth analyses, case studies, and practical tools that will help you understand how to take part in this revolution.

It's time for the Israeli energy sector to be more distributed, smarter, and safer. The future is already here, and we are proud to lead it, roof by roof, battery by battery.

The Importance of Energy Storage in Israel

The need for energy storage in the State of Israel goes beyond the conventional environmental discussion in Western countries. While OECD countries  view storage as a means to achieve "net zero" goals , in Israel it is a critical component of national security. Israel's geopolitical characteristics require an exceptionally reliable electricity system, as the lack of connectivity to neighboring networks leaves the country without an external "safety net".

"Energy Island" and Security of Supply

The concept of an "energy island" describes a situation where the national electricity system must balance production and consumption at any given moment completely independently. In the event of damage to a central power plant or strategic transmission lines, there is no possibility of importing electricity from neighboring countries. This reality is exacerbated by security threats: the "Iron Swords" war highlighted the need for local "energy islands" – buildings or neighborhoods that can continue to function even if the central grid collapses.

Distributed energy storage, based on Sigenergy technology, enables the transition to hybrid energy management. The SigenStor system
provides seamless backup capability with a zero-millisecond response time (ms0) in case of grid disconnection, ensuring functional continuity for sensitive devices and critical infrastructure.

Challenges of Renewable Production in Israel

Israel faces a significant shortage of open spaces for establishing large solar farms and limitations on wind energy, therefore the main national effort is directed towards production on rooftops and dual-use areas.
The main problem is that solar production is characterized by high volatility and does not overlap with peak consumption hours in Israel, which usually occur in the evening. Energy storage is the most effective means to overcome this.
Without storage, the grid is unable to absorb all the electricity produced, leading to engineering and economic waste. The Sigen AI systems  solve this problem by forecasting production and consumption patterns, and storing surplus energy for use exactly when the grid is under maximum load.

The following table summarizes the challenges and technological responses:

Advice Solution  Sigenergy	National Significance	The Strategic Challenge
Full off-grid capability and seamless backup.	No external backup in case of system failure.	Energy Independence
Energy decentralization to 100,000 "power plants" on rooftops.	Vulnerability of central power plants and transmission lines.	Security Threats
Smart storage based on AI forecasting.	Loss of up to 40% of solar potential at noon.	Energy Curtailment
Fast FE communication responding in less than 1 second.	Risk of grid collapse during sudden production changes.	Frequency Instability

The Economic Value - Electricity Reform and Profit Potential

As of July 2024, the Israeli electricity market has undergone a positive earthquake. The opening of the supply market to competition allows every smart meter owner to choose a private electricity supplier and enjoy significant discounts. Energy storage is the "force multiplier" of this reform.

Arbitrage and Dynamic Electricity Prices

In Israel, there are huge price differences between peak and off-peak hours, especially in TOU (Time of Use) tariff tracks. In summer, the price of a kWh during peak hours can be three times higher than the off-peak price. An AI-equipped storage system can perform automatic "load shifting":

1.   Charging during Off-Peak: The system charges the batteries during the night or midday (from solar) when electricity prices are low or free.

2.   Discharging during Peak: During evening hours (17:00-23:00), when electricity tariffs are at their peak, the system disconnects the home/business from the grid and powers it from the batteries.

3.   Selling to the Grid: In future models, the system will be able to sell electricity back to the grid during emergencies or extreme load at particularly high prices.

 

Return on Investment (ROI) for the Residential and Commercial Sectors

The government program "100,000 Roofs" offers a package of incentives, including tariff tracks that enable a return on investment within just 5 years. A shared building that combines a 30-kilowatt solar system with storage can generate an annual income of approximately NIS 25,000 for 20 years.

In the commercial and industrial (C&I) sector, the value is even higher. Companies requiring operational continuity, such as data centers or factories, suffer heavy losses with every power outage. Adweis's SigenStack system provides a modular storage solution that can be expanded as needed, allowing for hedging against the anticipated rise in electricity prices (as seen with the 1.5% increase in early 2026).

Uniform Tariff (Agora)	Off-Peak Tariff (Agora)	Peak Tariff (Agora)	Economic Parameter
64.32	~52.83	~168.95	kWh price (2026)
Basic	~18% Basic Discount	Over 60% savings with storage	Savings Potential

The Technological Superiority of  Sigenergy

Sigenergy,  represented in Israel by Advice Electronics, has a vision to break the paradigm of "battery as a black box". The company focuses on advanced software, smart hardware, and full integration.
The system can be used as a UPS without switching times

The 5-in-1 Concept : SigenStor 

The residential and small commercial system, SigenStor, is a masterpiece of modular engineering. It combines five components that typically require five separate devices, different suppliers, and complex wiring:

1.   Power Inverter: Efficiency of up to 98.3%, with support for three-phase and single-phase systems

2.   Electric Vehicle Charger  DC: Technology that enables fast charging directly from the sun or battery, without double conversion to -AC, which reduces energy losses and speeds up charging.

3.   Battery Management System (BMS): Active monitoring at the cell level, allowing 100% depth of discharge (DoD) to be used without harming battery life.

4.   LiFePO4 battery packs : High capacity cells (314 Ah) with a lifespan of 10,000 cycles – double the market standard.

5.   AI-based Energy Management (EMS):  The brain that performs real-time optimization.

Industrial Modularity: SigenStack

For large-scale projects (Utility) or heavy commercial, the SigenStack offers unprecedented flexibility. Unlike traditional storage containers that require cranes and complex concrete infrastructure, the SigenStack is built from 12 kWh units that can be easily stacked.

• Setup Speed:  A recently completed project in Bulgaria highlighted the ability to set up a 20MWh system in just 10 days.
• Smart Phase Balancing:  A unique ability to address imbalances in three-phase loads. In regular systems, production is limited by the phase with the lowest load (Curtailment). Sigenergy allows for independent regulation of each phase, ensuring maximum utilization of solar energy even when factory machinery is unbalanced.

Uncompromising Safety  (Safety First)

Safety is the main barrier to storage installations in densely populated urban areas. Sigenergy  developed a multi-layer protection system (6 layers) that includes smoke detectors, Aerogel insulation panels, pressure relief valves, and an automatic internal fire extinguishing kit in each battery module.  Additionally, an IP66 rating ensures full resistance to dust and water, allowing outdoor installation in challenging Israeli climate conditions.

Artificial Intelligence and Energy Management

The beating heart of the system is Sigen AI. In a world where electricity prices change every fifteen minutes, the human brain cannot perform manual optimization. The system operates in three stages:

1.   Predict: Analyzing weather data and forecasting solar output, along with learning the user's consumption habits.

2.   Optimize: Calculating the most economical path for each kilowatt. The system decides whether to save energy for the evening, charge the electric vehicle, or sell it to the grid.

3.   Execute: Automatic operation without user intervention.

In the Warsaw, Poland case study, the system demonstrated a 50% reduction in procurement costs and a 3-fold increase in revenue from solar electricity due to utilizing negative price hours in the market.  In Israel, this capability will be key to the success of "100,000 Roofs" entrepreneurs.

The Future of Energy – V2X and Virtual Power Plants

The vision of Advice and Sigenergy is not limited to electricity storage. We are building an ecosystem based on V2X (Vehicle-to-Everything).  This technology turns the electric vehicle into a mobile battery with a capacity of 60-100 kilowatt-hours.

• V2H (Vehicle-to-Home) : The vehicle can power the home during a power outage or peak hours.
• V2G (Vehicle-to-Grid) : The electricity grid will be able to use the batteries of thousands of electric vehicles as grid stabilizers, while providing financial compensation to vehicle owners.

Summary and Strategic Recommendations for Decision-Makers:

The Israeli energy sector is in a race against time. Energy storage is no longer just an electrical product, but the infrastructure on which Israel's economy and security will rely in the coming decades. The comprehensive analysis presents four key recommendations:

1.   Adopt dynamic models:  The business and residential sectors must switch to dynamic electricity tariffs that leverage the AI capabilities of Sigenergy for maximum savings.

2.   Prioritize built-in safety:  When choosing storage systems in densely populated areas, insist on solutions with active fire protection and thermal insulation at the module level.

3.   Invest in distributed infrastructure:  The government must continue to incentivize the "100,000 Roofs" program as a response to the "energy island" threat.

4.   Readiness for the V2X era: The design of buildings and charging infrastructure must take into account the ability to stream energy from the vehicle back to the building and the grid.

5.   Advice Electronics, with decades of experience and groundbreaking technology, is committed to leading this revolution and ensuring that Israel remains lit, safe, and prosperous.