The Truth About Solar in Fall and Winter
As the days get shorter this fall, it is natural to wonder if solar panels are still pulling their weight. Production dips slightly in the winter, but your system is designed to balance those seasonal changes. Keeping your yearly savings right on track.
Solar Works Year-Round
Solar systems produce reliable energy all year, not only during the sunny days of summer. Your system is designed with seasonal changes in mind, and if you’re in Duke territory, any excess production is credited monthly at the wholesale rate. That means savings even out over time. Additionally, the winter months in North Carolina are more ideal, because our temperatures do not get too cold, and we do not get much snow cover.
Net Metering Keeps Things Even
If you are connected to the grid, net metering can help steady your bill. During the summer months, your panels may produce more than you use, and in Duke territory, those extra kilowatt-hours are credited each month at the wholesale rate. Our 365-day sun rotation model will show you how much energy each season will produce with accurate sun rotation measurements aligned to your exact location.
Solar Is Not Seasonal
Ultimately, solar does not stop working when the days get shorter. Fall and winter are simply part of the solar rhythm. Solar systems are built around annual averages to keep you on track. The system you invested in is designed to produce well in all seasons. The key is to make sure your panels and equipment are performing at their best.
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