Are solar panels a good investment in Estonia?

Solar panels are a great possibility for investment, which ensures a steady future for decades. Is there really enough sun in Estonia? Solar energy is the only renewable, free of charge and inexhaustible form of energy. Every day more sunshine reaches the earth that we take advantage of.

Can solar panels be installed on a flat roof in Estonia?

In Estonia, most solar panel installations are installed on pitched roofs. Ideally, the panels should be installed at a 41 degree angle on the south side of the building. If they are installed to the north, the panels will not generate electricity. Alternatively, flat roofs may also be installed with solar panels.

How much solar radiation does Estonia produce a year?

In Estonia, the amount of solar radiation is comparable to Central Europe; the average amount of radiation has an optimal slope and azimuth of 1100-1200 kWh/m2, 85% of which falls between April and October. An optimally installed 1 kW PV plant produces 900 to 1000 kWh of energy per year.

Is there enough sunshine in Estonia?

Common myths that say there is not enough sunshine in Estonia are not true. For example, solar systems efficiency can be easily compared with systems placed in Northern Germany. The fact that our climate is slightly cooler is an advantage over Germany’s larger daily dose of sunshine.