Solar Panels Installation in Galicia

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Sun hours in Europe.

Average annual insolation map. National Geographic Institute (IGN) Spain.

Solar energy potential in Galicia

Galicia has from 2,450 to 3,000 hours of sunshine per year, depending on the location within the Autonomous Community. We can compare this potential of Galicia with that of some northern European cities where solar energy is normal, such as Berlin and Amsterdam. The latter have 1,728 and 1,662 hours of sunshine per year, respectively, therefore the photovoltaic capacity that Galicia has is usable since the solar energy potential is greater than these main European capitals! 💪☀️

Solar energy potential in Galicia. Source: PVGIS.

Annual production of photovoltaic energy in Galicia

Annual production of photovoltaic energy in Galicia. Source: PVGIS.

To calculate the photovoltaic production in Galicia, let us take as an example a solar installation with 4.8 kWp of installed power, where the system will have an optimum inclination of 36º to the south, and the result will give us an annual photovoltaic energy production of 6,517.64 kWh, with a loss of 14% of the system. The months of greatest production are June, July and August with 655.84; 742.42 and 730.49 kWh, respectively.

Average electricity bill in Galicia 2021-2022

Average electricity bill. Source: OMIE.

Galicia is an Autonomous Community of Spain with a population of 2,695,645 inhabitants (INE 2021). According to the Red Eléctrica de España (REE), Spanish households -and therefore Galician- consume an average of 9 kWh per day and approximately 270 kWh per month, which represents about 3,240 kWh/year.

Grid's electricity prices in 2021-2022 have averaged around €0.225/kWh (€225/MWh). A household in Galicia without a photovoltaic energy system on the roof that consumes 270 kWh per month would pay around €60 on average per month in the variable part of the electricity bill referring to consumption.

Inclination and orientation in Galicia

In Spain, the ideal average inclination of solar panels varies between 20° and 40°, and it is a concept that is closely linked to the latitude of the country. The closer it is to the equator, the lower the angle of inclination of the panels, since the sun's rays will strike perpendicularly. The inclination of most homes in Spain is between 20° and 35°.

Solar panels for self-consumption facing south in Galicia with an optimum inclination of between 35° and 37° will produce the greatest amount of electricity.

Average temperature of Galicia

Average temperature in Galicia. Source: PVGIS.

The climate of Galicia presents a progression between a predominance of the pure oceanic climate and areas that can be considered sub-oceanic. The Galician territory has a weighted average annual temperature of 13.3 °C.

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Get the most out of your solar panel installation in Galicia

In Galicia there are local grants such as the IBI (Real Estate Tax) discount and the ICIO (Construction and Installation Tax) discount, in addition to aid and subsidies from European funds for solar self-consumption (NextGeneration EU).

In addition, let us take into account its temperate climate and its temperatures, together with the amount of solar energy that a square meter of surface in Galicia receives, or Peak Solar Hour (HSP) peak is 4.5 kWh/m2 on average (between 4 .3 and 4.8). All these factors are beneficial to have an interesting photovoltaic production.

Frequently asked questions about photovoltaic installation in Galicia

What is the price of a solar panel installation in Galicia?

The price of a photovoltaic installation in Galicia -and in any case- depends on the type of installation, size of the system and its components. Considering all the necessary materials: panels, inverter, wiring and installation costs such as labor for a single-family home that requires 10 panels, the approximate price would be €6,000 and €8,000 for 15 panels.

What is the profitability of a photovoltaic installation in Galicia? Are solar panels worth it?

From 6 to 8 years is the amortization of the investment, assuming that the discounts have been counted in the first case, and without any type of subsidies in the second. This is an average since each province of this Community has its specific bonuses and aids.

How much can be saved with a solar panel installation?

With your photovoltaic installation in Galicia you can save approximately 60% on your electricity bill (in the variable part of it, referring to electricity consumption).

What procedures and/or permits do I need for photovoltaic installations in Galicia?

Although these administrative procedures are often carried out by the installation company, it is important to know that the Spanish Photovoltaic Union (UNEF) has managed to get Galicia to eliminate the obligation to request a building permit for the installation of photovoltaic panels for self-consumption: an administrative barrier that will speed up the deadlines for making the installations.

Is Galicia granting aid for the installation of solar panels in 2023?

IBI discount: %, years, uses and limitations

Depending on each province: Lugo 50% for 5 years, A Coruña 50% for 3 years, Pontevedra up to 50% for a maximum of 5 years.

ICIO tax credit

Up to 95% depending on each City Council. The highest percentage of the ICIO bonus for municipalities with a population of more than 10,000 inhabitants for the installation of solar panels is destined for Ourense, Mos, Vigo, Vilargarcía de Arousa, Verín, A Coruña and Ferrol with 95%.

What subsidies are there and how to apply for aid for self-consumption in Galicia?

There are grants from European funds (Next Generation EU). Said processing for the application must be carried out through the website of the Galician Energy Institute: https://appsinega.xunta.es/. The aid can be requested until December 31, 2023 or until the funds are exhausted. All the necessary information and documentation can be found in the Official Gazette of Galicia.

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