Solar Panels in Glenrothes

United Kingdom · 56.20°N, 3.17°W

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Solar Potential

Low

920 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

Annual Output

4,598kWh

Net Annual Savings

€466

Payback Period

14.5 yrs

25-Year Net

€8,220

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (24% of 4,598 kWh)1,103 kWh × 0.280 €/kWh
→ Savings from own usage+€309
Injected to grid (76% of production)3,494 kWh × 0.045 €/kWh
→ Feed-in revenue+€157
Net Annual Savings€466
Installation cost (5 kWp × 1,350 €/kWp)€6,750

United Kingdom Solar Policy

Smart Export Guarantee (SEG): £0.03-0.05/kWh typical, up to £0.25 with battery. 0% VAT on solar + battery.

Source: Ofgem, UK BEIS

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

158 kWh
236 kWh
402 kWh
546 kWh
610 kWh
559 kWh
574 kWh
504 kWh
410 kWh
280 kWh
196 kWh
124 kWh
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
MonthEnergy (kWh)Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January15837
February23655
March40296
April546133
May610151
June559141
July574146
August504127
September410101
October28067
November19646
December12430
Total4,5981,131

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,071 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

49 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

42° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source
EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates
56.19514°N, 3.17316°W
System Loss
14%
Optimal Inclination
42°
Optimal Azimuth
1°
Yearly Irradiation
1131 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price
0.280 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff
0.045 EUR/kWh
Install Cost
1,350 EUR/kWp

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