Solar Panels in Sofia

Bulgaria · 42.70°N, 23.32°E

3out of 5

Solar Potential

Good

1,317 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

Annual Output

6,583kWh

Net Annual Savings

€400

Payback Period

10.6 yrs

25-Year Net

€8,182

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (23% of 6,583 kWh)1,514 kWh × 0.130 €/kWh
→ Savings from own usage+€197
Injected to grid (77% of production)5,069 kWh × 0.040 €/kWh
→ Feed-in revenue+€203
Net Annual Savings€400
Installation cost (5 kWp × 850 €/kWp)€4,250

Data Confidence: Estimated

Note: Feed-in tariff and policy data for Bulgaria is estimated and may not reflect current regulations.

Bulgaria Solar Policy

Draft net metering legislation. Currently limited prosumer framework. Low electricity prices.

Source: Industry estimate, not officially verified

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

353 kWh
432 kWh
557 kWh
614 kWh
639 kWh
666 kWh
749 kWh
748 kWh
616 kWh
538 kWh
372 kWh
299 kWh
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
MonthEnergy (kWh)Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January35382
February432102
March557137
April614156
May639166
June666176
July749201
August748200
September616160
October538135
November37290
December29971
Total6,5831,676

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,534 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

70 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

36° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source
EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates
42.7°N, 23.32°E
System Loss
14%
Optimal Inclination
36°
Optimal Azimuth
-4°
Yearly Irradiation
1676 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price
0.130 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff
0.040 EUR/kWh
Install Cost
850 EUR/kWp

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