Innovative Solar Panels for Homes with Limited Roof Space

Located in Cleggan, Co. Galway, This home desired a renewable energy solution to offset household energy costs
18 December 2024 by
Innovative Solar Panels for Homes with Limited Roof Space
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With limited roof space for solar panel installation, Solgrid employed an innovative solution to incorporate solar energy: a low-profile, ground-mounted solar panel system provided the perfect solution.

The Challenge

The primary challenge was the lack of suitable roof space for a traditional solar panel setup. Additionally, the system needed to integrate seamlessly with the property’s electricity demand, ensuring maximum savings and minimal reliance on the grid.

The Solution

Solgrid installed a 6 kWp Solar PV system on a Renusol CS+ tub ground-mounting system, designed to optimize energy capture. The system includes 15 Q-Cell panels, a Huawei 5kW inverter, and a 5 kWh battery for energy storage. 

This setup ensures efficient energy generation and use, with excess energy stored for later use.

Key Benefits

  • Electricity Bill Savings: The system provides annual energy savings of over 50%, contributing to significant long-term reductions in electricity costs.
     
  • Energy Self-sufficiency: homeowner now achieves 58.6% energy self-sufficiency, reducing reliance on grid power.
     
  • Environmental Impact: The system avoids 2,382 kg of CO₂ emissions annually, supporting a more sustainable lifestyle.

Conclusion

This ground-mounted Solar PV system demonstrates how creative solutions can bring renewable energy to homes with limited roof space. 

With an SEAI grant of €2,100 offsetting costs, homeowner system offers a strong return on investment and aligns with his sustainability goals.

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