How to use this tool
Check the units, enter your values, and run the tool. Results follow the assumptions and method below.
Calculation method
Required system (kW)
annualUse/(365*sun*performance)Panel count
ceil(annualUse/(365*sun*performance)/(panel/1000))Annual output (kWh)
ceil(annualUse/(365*sun*performance)/(panel/1000))*(panel/1000)*365*sun*performanceAnnual net benefit
ceil(annualUse/(365*sun*performance)/(panel/1000))*(panel/1000)*365*sun*performance*(selfUse/100*retail+(1-selfUse/100)*exportRate)-maintenanceNet upfront cost
installed-incentive