How do I estimate the performance of my solar installation?

The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) has a calculator to estimate the performance of your solar installation. You can input your address and the NREL will use existing data to estimate your power generation potential. You can also adjust the information based on the tilt angle, number of panels, and module type.

How do I estimate my solar panels?

Use this solar panel calculator to quickly estimate your solar potential and savings by address. Estimates are based on your roof, electricity bill, and actual offers in your area. Includes single family homes or up to 4 unit condo buildings. Includes educational and religious institutions.

What is a solar panel estimate based on?

Estimates are based on your roof, electricity bill, and actual offers in your area. Includes single family homes or up to 4 unit condo buildings. Includes educational and religious institutions. Use this solar panel calculator to quickly estimate your solar potential and savings based on your property address.

How do you calculate energy production per solar panel?

To calculate the energy production per PV module, use the formula: Energy (kWh) = Area × Solar panel yield × Annual average solar radiation on panels × Performance Ratio The performance ratio (PR) is typically a default value of 0.75, but BONJOUR SOLAR Solar Panels can reach up to 0.85 for higher efficiency.

How much does it cost to install a solar panel?

Inputting the data into the solar panel calculator shows us that to offset 100% of electricity bills, we need a solar array producing 7.36 kW, assuming an environmental factor of 70%. The average installation cost for an 8 kW system is $25,680.

What is a solar panel and storage sizing calculator?

The solar panel and storage sizing calculator allows you to input information about your lifestyle to help you decide on your solar panel and solar storage (batteries) requirements.