How much energy do solar panels produce in Geleen?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Geleen, Netherlands produces approximately 5,360 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Geleen?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €1,501 per year (accounting for 100% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 3.7 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Geleen?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Geleen is 40 degrees facing -2 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Geleen

Netherlands · 50.97°N, 5.83°E

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,072 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

5,360kWh

Net Annual Savings

€1,501

Payback Period

3.7 yrs

25-Year Net

€45,665

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (100% of 5,360 kWh)5,360 kWh × 0.280 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€1,501

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

→ Feed-in revenue+€0

Net Annual Savings€1,501

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

200 kWh

284 kWh

470 kWh

602 kWh

645 kWh

633 kWh

632 kWh

581 kWh

522 kWh

380 kWh

242 kWh

169 kWh

Jan

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Mar

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May

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Jul

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Nov

Dec

Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	200	46
February	284	67
March	470	113
April	602	149
May	645	163
June	633	163
July	632	164
August	581	150
September	522	131
October	380	93
November	242	57
December	169	40
Total	5,360	1,337

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,249 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

57 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

40° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 50.97417°N, 5.82917°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 40°
Optimal Azimuth: -2°
Yearly Irradiation: 1337 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.280 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.070 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,100 EUR/kWp

€1,490

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