Solar without net metering

Are solar panels still worthwhile in the Netherlands after 2027?

Solar panels continue producing electricity after Dutch net metering ends. Electricity used directly can reduce grid purchases, while exported electricity is handled under your supplier's conditions. A realistic calculation should separate those two flows.

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 direct use and export separately

Use your own property and energy figures wherever possible.

02

Match the system to future consumption

Use your own property and energy figures wherever possible.

03

Use conservative prices and degradation

Use your own property and energy figures wherever possible.

Direct consumption matters more

Electricity used at the moment it is generated can replace electricity otherwise bought from the grid. Appliances, hot water, cooling and electric-car charging can sometimes be scheduled towards sunny hours.

Do not oversize automatically

Roof capacity is not the same as ideal system size. Consider current electricity use and credible future changes, then model summer export and winter purchases.

Calculate a range, not a promise

Panel orientation, shade, inverter design, degradation, electricity prices, maintenance and supplier conditions all affect the result.

Frequently asked questions

Clear answers before you decide.

Should I wait until 2027 before installing panels?

Not necessarily. Compare investment cost, expected generation and your direct-use profile. Timing should be based on your circumstances and a current quotation.

Will exported solar power be worthless?

No general zero value should be assumed. Compensation and charges depend on applicable rules and supplier contracts.

Does a battery always improve the return?

No. Battery cost, efficiency, control strategy and price differences must be included.

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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