How much energy do solar panels produce in Carrigaline?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Carrigaline, Ireland produces approximately 5,108 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Carrigaline?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €1,181 per year (accounting for 25% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 5.5 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Carrigaline?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Carrigaline is 39 degrees facing south.

Solar Panels in Carrigaline

Ireland · 51.81°N, 8.40°W

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,022 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

5,108kWh

Net Annual Savings

€1,181

Payback Period

5.5 yrs

25-Year Net

€29,605

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (25% of 5,108 kWh)1,277 kWh × 0.370 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€472

Injected to grid (75% of production)3,831 kWh × 0.185 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€709

Net Annual Savings€1,181

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

198 kWh

269 kWh

432 kWh

571 kWh

642 kWh

632 kWh

606 kWh

561 kWh

458 kWh

318 kWh

247 kWh

173 kWh

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Dec

Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	198	46
February	269	63
March	432	103
April	571	139
May	642	159
June	632	159
July	606	154
August	561	140
September	458	113
October	318	77
November	247	58
December	173	41
Total	5,108	1,250

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,190 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

54 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

39° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 51.81167°N, 8.39861°W
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 39°
Optimal Azimuth: 0°
Yearly Irradiation: 1250 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.370 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.185 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,300 EUR/kWp

€1,698

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