How much energy do solar panels produce in Pulheim?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Pulheim, Germany produces approximately 5,318 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Pulheim?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €791 per year (accounting for 23% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 8.2 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Pulheim?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Pulheim is 40 degrees facing -3 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Pulheim

Germany · 51.00°N, 6.81°E

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,064 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

5,318kWh

Net Annual Savings

€791

Payback Period

8.2 yrs

25-Year Net

€18,572

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (23% of 5,318 kWh)1,223 kWh × 0.384 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€469

Injected to grid (77% of production)4,095 kWh × 0.079 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€322

Net Annual Savings€791

Installation cost (5 kWp × 1,300 €/kWp)€6,500

Germany Solar Policy

Feed-in tariff guaranteed 20 years. 0% VAT on solar since 2023. FiT degresses 1% every 6 months.

Source: BNetzA, 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

200 kWh

293 kWh

475 kWh

594 kWh

637 kWh

631 kWh

623 kWh

580 kWh

510 kWh

374 kWh

231 kWh

169 kWh

Jan

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Oct

Nov

Dec

Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	200	47
February	293	68
March	475	115
April	594	148
May	637	161
June	631	163
July	623	163
August	580	150
September	510	129
October	374	91
November	231	55
December	169	40
Total	5,318	1,328

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,239 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

56 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

40° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 50.99965°N, 6.80632°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 40°
Optimal Azimuth: -3°
Yearly Irradiation: 1328 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.384 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.079 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,300 EUR/kWp

€1,973

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