Solar Panels in Rutherglen

United Kingdom · 55.83°N, 4.21°W

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Solar Potential

Low

864 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

Annual Output

4,319kWh

Net Annual Savings

€438

Payback Period

15.4 yrs

25-Year Net

€7,311

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (24% of 4,319 kWh)1,036 kWh × 0.280 €/kWh
→ Savings from own usage+€290
Injected to grid (76% of production)3,282 kWh × 0.045 €/kWh
→ Feed-in revenue+€148
Net Annual Savings€438
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

126 kWh
215 kWh
368 kWh
518 kWh
575 kWh
544 kWh
549 kWh
484 kWh
383 kWh
272 kWh
180 kWh
104 kWh
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
MonthEnergy (kWh)Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January12630
February21551
March36888
April518126
May575143
June544137
July549140
August484121
September38395
October27266
November18043
December10426
Total4,3191,065

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,006 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

46 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

40° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source
EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates
55.82885°N, 4.21376°W
System Loss
14%
Optimal Inclination
40°
Optimal Azimuth
2°
Yearly Irradiation
1065 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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