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Solar Energy Payback and ROI Calculator

Determine the financial viability of installing a residential solar system. Input your current energy costs and estimated system details to find your Payback Period, 25-Year Savings, and Return on Investment (ROI).

Your Data

Average Monthly Electricity Bill (Rs)

Expected Annual Electricity Price Increase (%)

Total System Cost (Installation + Equipment) (Rs)

Initial Rebates/Tax Credits (Rs)

Percentage of Bill Covered by Solar (%)

Annual Panel Efficiency Degradation (%)

Your Financial Projections (Over 25 Years)

Payback Period

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Years to recoup initial investment

Return on Investment (ROI)

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Cumulative ROI after 25 years

Net Lifetime Savings

Rs 0

Total savings minus system cost

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The Financial Case for Solar

Going solar is one of the most significant "Smart Living" investments you can make. It is an investment against rising utility costs, effectively locking in your energy price for the next 25+ years. This calculator focuses on three key metrics:

1. Payback Period

This is the time it takes for your cumulative savings on electricity bills to equal the net cost of your solar system. A shorter payback period means the investment is recovered faster, and you begin generating pure savings sooner. Most residential systems aim for a payback period of 5 to 10 years.

2. Net Lifetime Savings

This figure shows the total money saved over the 25-year lifespan of the solar system, factoring in the annual degradation of panel efficiency and the projected increase in your utility's electricity rates. This is the ultimate dollar-value benefit.

3. Return on Investment (ROI)

A high ROI means your money is working hard. Over a 25-year period, solar systems often yield an ROI that outperforms many traditional investments, mainly because the "return" is guaranteed by the avoided cost of a continually rising electricity bill.

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