How much energy do solar panels produce in Carlow?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Carlow, Ireland produces approximately 4,801 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Carlow?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €1,128 per year (accounting for 27% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 5.8 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Carlow?

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

Solar Panels in Carlow

Ireland · 52.84°N, 6.93°W

Solar Potential

Low

960 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

4,801kWh

Net Annual Savings

€1,128

Payback Period

5.8 yrs

25-Year Net

€28,149

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (27% of 4,801 kWh)1,296 kWh × 0.370 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€480

Injected to grid (73% of production)3,505 kWh × 0.185 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€648

Net Annual Savings€1,128

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

Ireland Solar Policy

Clean Export Guarantee: €0.13-0.25/kWh depending on supplier. 0% VAT. SEAI grants available.

Source: CRU, SEAI, 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

190 kWh

263 kWh

428 kWh

546 kWh

599 kWh

572 kWh

557 kWh

523 kWh

433 kWh

310 kWh

219 kWh

163 kWh

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Dec

Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	190	45
February	263	62
March	428	102
April	546	134
May	599	149
June	572	145
July	557	142
August	523	131
September	433	107
October	310	75
November	219	52
December	163	38
Total	4,801	1,182

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,119 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

51 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

40° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 52.84083°N, 6.92611°W
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 40°
Optimal Azimuth: -3°
Yearly Irradiation: 1182 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.370 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.185 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,300 EUR/kWp

€1,766

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