Governments across the globe have stepped up to encourage solar energy use on homes and businesses. Australia is leading the pack, establishing renewable energy records for five consecutive years.

Australians installed roughly 3 million rooftop solar photovoltaic systems by 2021. A residential solar system brings advantages to both households and the environment. Solar panels have become increasingly popular over the past few decades, with homes, businesses, and governments recognising the value of the sun.

Benefits of Rooftop Solar Panels

Renewable Energy Generation

Solar panels generate electricity for a household when installed on a property's rooftop. During the day, your solar panels produce renewable solar energy for you to use in real-time — reducing your reliance on grid electricity.

Reduced Electricity Bills

Solar panels are an effective way to lower your electricity costs. The size of your system and the energy it generates determines how much grid electricity you still need to draw on. Every kilowatt-hour produced by your solar panels directly reduces what you pay.

You can also benefit from a feed-in tariff — selling excess energy your system generates back to the grid. This not only reduces your carbon footprint but also increases renewable energy supply for the wider community.

Increased Property Value

Rooftop solar panels can be a valuable investment when you plan to sell your home. An energy-efficient property with solar is an attractive asset, potentially helping your home sell faster and at a better price.

Low Maintenance

Solar panel systems generally have low ongoing maintenance costs. Keeping panels clean and having them checked periodically is sufficient to maintain optimal performance. Once the initial installation cost is covered, ongoing expenses are minimal.

Buy-Back Program

The Australian federal government offers a buy-back benefit for energy exported from eligible homes with new rooftop solar panels up to a maximum of 5 kilowatts. As per details on the Department of Climate Change, Energy, Environment and Water's website, there are different buy-back rates — currently 10 cents per kWh for electricity exported between 3pm–9pm and 3 cents per kWh at other times. For more information, visit energy.gov.au.

Renewable energy infrastructure has never been more important. That's why ACCIONA Energía is leading the way in wind and solar energy, delivering solar farms across Australia and executing renewable energy projects that aim to improve lives and create a long-lasting positive environmental impact.