How much energy do solar panels produce in Schortens?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Schortens, Germany produces approximately 5,037 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Schortens?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €764 per year (accounting for 24% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 8.5 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Schortens?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Schortens is 40 degrees facing -1 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Schortens

Germany · 53.54°N, 7.95°E

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,007 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

System Size

Battery Storage

Annual Output

5,037kWh

Net Annual Savings

€764

Payback Period

8.5 yrs

25-Year Net

€17,793

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (24% of 5,037 kWh)1,209 kWh × 0.384 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€464

Injected to grid (76% of production)3,828 kWh × 0.079 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€301

Net Annual Savings€764

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

144 kWh

249 kWh

447 kWh

612 kWh

645 kWh

632 kWh

610 kWh

575 kWh

481 kWh

338 kWh

179 kWh

124 kWh

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Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	144	34
February	249	58
March	447	106
April	612	150
May	645	161
June	632	161
July	610	157
August	575	147
September	481	119
October	338	82
November	179	43
December	124	29
Total	5,037	1,246

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,174 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

53 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

40° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 53.53801°N, 7.9477°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 40°
Optimal Azimuth: -1°
Yearly Irradiation: 1246 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.384 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.079 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,300 EUR/kWp

€1,886

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