Compare solar export carefully

Selling excess solar power in the Netherlands

Households with solar panels may export electricity they do not use. The financial result depends on the supplier, contract, export compensation, charges and the amount exported. Compare the complete annual outcome before switching.

A sensible first check

What should you compare?

No sales pressure and no guarantee: start with an indication and have the final design and quotation checked by a qualified professional.

01

Estimate annual solar export in kWh

Use your own property and energy figures wherever possible.

02

Compare compensation and export charges

Use your own property and energy figures wherever possible.

03

Check contract duration and conditions

Use your own property and energy figures wherever possible.

How solar export works

Your smart meter records electricity imported from and exported to the public grid. Your supplier uses those readings according to your contract and the rules applying at the time.

Information to collect

Use your latest annual statement or supplier app to find consumption, generation and export. These figures are more useful than the number of panels alone.

Avoid headline-price comparisons

Compare the entire expected annual bill. Fixed charges, variable or dynamic prices, export-related fees and contract terms can outweigh a small difference in compensation per kWh.

Frequently asked questions

Clear answers before you decide.

Can I sell solar power directly to another household?

Options depend on the provider, metering, administration and applicable market rules. Check the complete terms before treating local sharing as available.

What is a fair export payment?

There is no single rate that suits every contract. Compare current offers using your own annual profile.

Does Dutch Buddy guarantee a buyer?

No. Dutch Buddy is developing comparison and interest routes and does not guarantee a purchaser, price or contract.

Your next step

Calculate first. Decide afterwards.

The result is an indication. You choose whether to continue and share contact details.

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