How much energy do solar panels produce in Genk?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Genk, Belgium produces approximately 5,148 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Genk?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €621 per year (accounting for 23% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 9.7 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Genk?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Genk is 39 degrees facing -2 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Genk

Belgium · 50.97°N, 5.50°E

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,030 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

System Size

Battery Storage

Annual Output

5,148kWh

Net Annual Savings

€621

Payback Period

9.7 yrs

25-Year Net

€14,004

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (23% of 5,148 kWh)1,184 kWh × 0.357 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€423

Injected to grid (77% of production)3,964 kWh × 0.050 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€198

Net Annual Savings€621

Installation cost (5 kWp × 1,200 €/kWp)€6,000

Belgium Solar Policy

Flanders: digital meters mandatory since 2025, no prosumer fee. Surplus sold at wholesale (~€0.04-0.06/kWh). Wallonia: analog meter holders keep net metering until 2030 but pay prosumer tariff. Brussels: net billing. 6% VAT.

Source: VREG/CWaPE/BRUGEL, Eurostat H1 2025

The savings estimates shown are for informational purposes only and do not constitute financial advice. Actual savings depend on your specific installation, roof condition, shading, consumption patterns, and future electricity price changes. Feed-in tariffs and regulations change frequently. Always obtain quotes from certified installers and consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions.

Monthly Energy Production

184 kWh

273 kWh

451 kWh

579 kWh

623 kWh

617 kWh

618 kWh

568 kWh

499 kWh

361 kWh

220 kWh

155 kWh

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Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	184	43
February	273	64
March	451	109
April	579	144
May	623	157
June	617	159
July	618	161
August	568	146
September	499	126
October	361	88
November	220	52
December	155	37
Total	5,148	1,286

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,200 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

55 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

39° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 50.965°N, 5.50082°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 39°
Optimal Azimuth: -2°
Yearly Irradiation: 1286 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.357 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.050 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,200 EUR/kWp

€1,896

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