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Solar + EV Charging Calculator

Design a solar system optimized for electric vehicle charging

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Basic Information

Your electricity usage and solar potential

$

Find on your bill — divide "Total Charges" by "Total kWh used".

$
per kWh

Your city or postal code for better estimates (optional).

hours

Approximate roof area available for solar panel installation.

sq ft

The direction your roof faces (South is optimal in Northern Hemisphere).

The angle of your roof from horizontal (0 = flat, 90 = vertical).

degrees

Your ZIP/postal code for more accurate location-specific data.

System Specifications

Technical details for your solar panel system

The efficiency rating of solar panels you plan to use.

The power output rating of each solar panel.

Watts

Estimated system losses due to wiring, inverter, dirt, temperature, etc.

%

Expected annual increase in electricity prices.

%

Rate at which solar panels lose efficiency annually.

% per year

Expected operational lifespan of your solar panel system.

years

Roof & Environment

Advanced analysis of your roof and surroundings

Model how solar production varies across seasons.

Average daily sunlight hours during winter months.

hours

Average daily sunlight hours during summer months.

hours

Estimated days per year with snow covering panels.

days per year

Analyze how nearby trees, buildings, or other objects might shade your panels.

Nearby Obstructions

Add any trees, buildings, or other objects that might cast shade on your roof.

ft
ft

The basic structure of your roof affects panel placement options.

How complex is your roof design? More complex roofs may fit fewer panels.

Costs & Financing

Financial aspects of your solar investment

Estimated cost per Watt for a fully installed system, including panels, inverter, and labor.

$
per Watt

Total dollar amount of government rebates, tax credits, or other incentives available.

$

How your utility company charges for electricity.

Set different electricity rates for peak and off-peak hours.

Higher electricity rate during high-demand hours (typically afternoons/evenings).

$
per kWh

Lower electricity rate during low-demand hours (typically nights/weekends).

$
per kWh

How you plan to pay for your solar system.

Length of the loan term in years.

years

Annual interest rate for the loan.

%

See how our estimate compares with typical local installer pricing.

The type of rebate program offered by your utility for excess solar production.

Battery & Integration

Energy storage and additional features

Add battery storage to your solar system for energy independence.

Total energy storage capacity of the battery system.

kWh

Round-trip efficiency (percentage of energy retained after storage).

%

Cost per kilowatt-hour of battery storage capacity.

$

Add electric vehicle charging to your solar analysis.

When do you typically charge your electric vehicle?

Your estimated annual mileage for your electric vehicle.

miles/year

Your electric vehicle battery capacity (check your vehicle specifications).

kWh
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Try an Example

Pick a scenario to see how the calculator works, then adjust the values

Suburban Home

Typical suburban home with south-facing roof and moderate electricity usage

Key values: $150/mo bill · 5h sun/day · 500 sq ft roof

Off-Grid Cabin

Small off-grid cabin with battery storage and limited roof space

Key values: $80/mo bill · 4h sun/day · 200 sq ft roof

Solar + EV Charging Calculator Overview

This calculator helps you design a solar system that can power both your home and electric vehicle, maximizing your savings and reducing your carbon footprint.

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