Solar Panels in Gouda

Netherlands · 52.02°N, 4.71°E

2out of 5

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,044 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

Configure system size and battery to see realistic savings

Data last updated: March 2026

Annual Output

5,220kWh

Net Annual Savings

€1,462

Payback Period

3.8 yrs

25-Year Net

€44,331

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (100% of 5,220 kWh)5,220 kWh × 0.280 €/kWh
→ Savings from own usage+€1,462
Injected to grid (0% of production)0 kWh × 0.070 €/kWh
→ Feed-in revenue+€0
Net Annual Savings€1,462
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

183 kWh
269 kWh
465 kWh
619 kWh
651 kWh
635 kWh
625 kWh
581 kWh
491 kWh
347 kWh
207 kWh
148 kWh
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
MonthEnergy (kWh)Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January18343
February26963
March465111
April619152
May651163
June635162
July625161
August581148
September491123
October34784
November20749
December14835
Total5,2201,295

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,216 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

55 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

39° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source
EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates
52.01667°N, 4.70833°E
System Loss
14%
Optimal Inclination
39°
Optimal Azimuth
0°
Yearly Irradiation
1295 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price
0.280 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff
0.070 EUR/kWh
Install Cost
1,100 EUR/kWp

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