How much energy do solar panels produce in Zolder?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Zolder, Belgium produces approximately 5,179 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Zolder?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €625 per year (accounting for 23% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 9.6 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Zolder?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Zolder is 39 degrees facing -3 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Zolder

Belgium · 51.02°N, 5.31°E

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,036 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

Configure system size and battery to see realistic savings

Data last updated: March 2026

System Size

Battery Storage

Annual Output

5,179kWh

Net Annual Savings

€625

Payback Period

9.6 yrs

25-Year Net

€14,122

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (23% of 5,179 kWh)1,191 kWh × 0.357 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€425

Injected to grid (77% of production)3,988 kWh × 0.050 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€199

Net Annual Savings€625

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

188 kWh

268 kWh

457 kWh

583 kWh

628 kWh

620 kWh

618 kWh

569 kWh

501 kWh

362 kWh

226 kWh

160 kWh

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Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	188	44
February	268	63
March	457	111
April	583	145
May	628	159
June	620	160
July	618	161
August	569	147
September	501	126
October	362	89
November	226	54
December	160	38
Total	5,179	1,297

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,207 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

55 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

39° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 51.02455°N, 5.30983°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 39°
Optimal Azimuth: -3°
Yearly Irradiation: 1297 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.357 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.050 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,200 EUR/kWp

€1,859

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