How much energy do solar panels produce in Elst?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Elst, Netherlands produces approximately 5,215 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Elst?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €1,460 per year (accounting for 100% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 3.8 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Elst?

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

Solar Panels in Elst

Netherlands · 51.92°N, 5.84°E

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,043 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

5,215kWh

Net Annual Savings

€1,460

Payback Period

3.8 yrs

25-Year Net

€44,279

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (100% of 5,215 kWh)5,215 kWh × 0.280 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€1,460

Injected to grid (0% of production)0 kWh × 0.070 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€0

Net Annual Savings€1,460

Installation cost (5 kWp × 1,100 €/kWp)€5,500

Net Metering Notice

Net metering (1:1) ends January 1, 2027. After that, surplus compensated at ~€0.05-0.10/kWh.

Netherlands Solar Policy

0% VAT on solar. Net metering makes solar very attractive until 2027. Battery storage becomes critical after.

Source: ACM, 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

178 kWh

266 kWh

465 kWh

607 kWh

636 kWh

631 kWh

629 kWh

581 kWh

499 kWh

358 kWh

219 kWh

148 kWh

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Dec

Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	178	42
February	266	62
March	465	112
April	607	150
May	636	160
June	631	162
July	629	163
August	581	149
September	499	125
October	358	87
November	219	52
December	148	35
Total	5,215	1,299

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,215 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

55 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

40° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 51.91917°N, 5.84167°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 40°
Optimal Azimuth: -3°
Yearly Irradiation: 1299 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.280 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.070 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,100 EUR/kWp

€1,445

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