How much energy do solar panels produce in Mechelen-aan-de-Maas?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Mechelen-aan-de-Maas, Belgium produces approximately 5,281 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Mechelen-aan-de-Maas?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €637 per year (accounting for 23% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 9.4 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Mechelen-aan-de-Maas?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Mechelen-aan-de-Maas is 39 degrees facing -2 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Mechelen-aan-de-Maas

Belgium · 50.97°N, 5.69°E

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,056 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

System Size

Battery Storage

Annual Output

5,281kWh

Net Annual Savings

€637

Payback Period

9.4 yrs

25-Year Net

€14,521

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (23% of 5,281 kWh)1,215 kWh × 0.357 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€434

Injected to grid (77% of production)4,067 kWh × 0.050 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€203

Net Annual Savings€637

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

197 kWh

280 kWh

467 kWh

592 kWh

634 kWh

626 kWh

622 kWh

575 kWh

512 kWh

374 kWh

237 kWh

166 kWh

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Dec

Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	197	46
February	280	66
March	467	113
April	592	147
May	634	160
June	626	161
July	622	162
August	575	148
September	512	129
October	374	91
November	237	56
December	166	39
Total	5,281	1,318

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,231 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

56 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

39° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 50.96589°N, 5.69144°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 39°
Optimal Azimuth: -2°
Yearly Irradiation: 1318 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.357 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.050 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,200 EUR/kWp

€1,481

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