How much energy do solar panels produce in Rijen?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Rijen, Netherlands produces approximately 5,198 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Rijen?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €1,455 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 Rijen?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Rijen is 39 degrees facing -2 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Rijen

Netherlands · 51.59°N, 4.92°E

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,040 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

5,198kWh

Net Annual Savings

€1,455

Payback Period

3.8 yrs

25-Year Net

€44,114

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (100% of 5,198 kWh)5,198 kWh × 0.280 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€1,455

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

→ Feed-in revenue+€0

Net Annual Savings€1,455

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

187 kWh

268 kWh

462 kWh

598 kWh

630 kWh

625 kWh

611 kWh

573 kWh

503 kWh

363 kWh

224 kWh

154 kWh

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Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	187	44
February	268	63
March	462	111
April	598	148
May	630	159
June	625	161
July	611	159
August	573	147
September	503	126
October	363	89
November	224	53
December	154	37
Total	5,198	1,296

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,211 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

55 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

39° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 51.59083°N, 4.91944°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 39°
Optimal Azimuth: -2°
Yearly Irradiation: 1296 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.280 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.070 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,100 EUR/kWp

€1,448

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