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Are you planning to install a solar system on your balcony?
Are you planning to install a solar system on your balcony?
Are you thinking about installing a solar system on your balcony? Many people want to spend less money on energy while also contributing to climate protection. Having your own solar energy system is a great way to save on energy costs while contributing to climate protection. More and more people want to set up their own power supply and install a solar energy system for this purpose. A good option for private use is a so-called balcony power plant.
Solar energy for self-consumption
A balcony power plant consists of individual solar panels that can be attached to a wall or a railing. These solar panels are easy and cost-effective to install and offer a great way to become more independent from major electricity suppliers while simultaneously reducing your own carbon footprint.
Regulations and potential uses of a balcony solar system
According to the new regulation of the Federal Office for Economic Affairs and Export Control (BAFA), solar modules with an output of up to 600 W may be installed by laypersons without the need to hire an electrician. This regulation was introduced to promote the use of solar energy and to give private individuals the opportunity to generate their own electricity. This is a very welcome development for solar energy. We are currently experiencing some fundamental changes in the energy market, which has previously been dominated by fossil fuels. This could be caused by rising fuel costs and concerns regarding their dwindling resources.
Generally, balcony power plants are permit-free and may be subsidized by the state. However, if you are a tenant in a high-rise building, you must obtain a permit for this. It is possible that you may need to submit a building application. In general, it is advisable to check with the landlord, property management, and authorities for any objections in advance.
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Cost efficiency of plug-in solar devices
Balcony solar power plants are extremely cost-efficient and far more profitable than power plants embedded in the ground or standing on it. The growing demand for renewable energy sources has made this concept popular. The solar panels and inverters available today are cheaper and can be installed in a few hours. The maintenance effort for the systems is low, even though they consist of mechanical parts, making them ideal for people who want to reduce their carbon footprint without spending large sums on the maintenance of large power plants.
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Performance and flexibility of balcony solar systems
Another advantage of plug-in solar devices is their performance. Most solar panels are now very powerful and can generate electricity even in bad weather. Furthermore, plug-in solar devices also offer flexibility. They can be easily expanded or reduced depending on the owner's needs and capabilities. In addition, they can be set up anywhere there is enough sunlight, such as on a balcony or in the garden.
Another advantage of plug-in solar devices is that they consist of high-quality and durable components. These can be operated over a long period of time without any issues occurring. Furthermore, the maintenance and care of the system are simple and can be carried out by anyone themselves.
Is a new meter required for the installation of solar panels on the balcony?
Answer:
Even though plug-in solar systems are intended for self-consumption and not for feeding power into the grid, electricity can flow into the grid. This does not pose an obstacle and is entirely permissible, provided that the inverters you use comply with the standards.
The plug-in solar device could cause conventional electricity meters with a mechanical rotary disc (“Ferraris meter”) to run backward, as these meters are not equipped with a reverse lock. Therefore, in this case, the grid operator, as the competent metering point operator, replaces the conventional meter with a modern electronic meter, which is also referred to as a modern metering device (mME).
These meters are available in two versions: single-piece meters continue to measure only electricity consumption and do not count backward when electricity flows into the grid. With this type of meter variant, the (low) excess feed-in is not recorded.
Alternatively, a bi-directional meter can be installed. Technically, these are the same meters, but they are programmed to record and display both directions of current—the electricity drawn from the grid and the electricity fed back into the grid.
The legislature provides that in the course of the coming years, all electricity meters in Germany are to be replaced by such modern measuring devices as part of the so-called smart meter rollout.
If your grid operator removes the old meter and installs a modern measuring device instead, they are not allowed to charge you for this. This is because the Metering Point Operation Act stipulates that the costs for installing and removing meters must already be included in the annual metering price. Many grid operators are willing to waive the meter invoice when registering a plug-in solar system.
If a modern measuring device is installed, the annual measurement costs can be increased to the statutory maximum amount of EUR 20 per year.
Tip: Make sure that your chosen electricity provider or local supplier does not include the metering costs twice in the base price for the electricity supply.
What should you look for when choosing a solar system for your balcony?
Answer:
When choosing a balcony power plant, it is important to keep a few things in mind. For instance, you should research the costs and expected energy production in advance to ensure that you can make optimal use of the system. In addition, it is important to choose high-quality solar panels and a powerful inverter to ensure efficient electricity production.
Another important factor is the installation. Here, care should be taken to ensure that the solar panels are properly secured and aligned to achieve optimal energy production. It is also important that the inverter is installed near the solar panels to enable efficient power transmission.
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