Collective Self-Consumption is a way of producing and consuming energy from photovoltaic systems, where two or more people share the energy generated by a shared power plant. This model is particularly suitable for residents of apartment buildings or small communities who want to reduce their energy bills and benefit from green energy production.
How Collective Self-Consumption Works:
- Shared Photovoltaic Installation: Participants agree to install a photovoltaic system, which can be placed in a shared area, such as the roof of an apartment building, or at a different location. The installation can be financed by the participants.
- Allocation of Generated Energy: The energy generated is allocated among the members according to their agreement, usually based on their share of the investment or their energy needs. This energy is used to meet each member’s electricity needs.
- Energy Netting: The energy generated is offset against the members’ consumption. If the energy generated exceeds consumption, it can be sold to the grid, and the proceeds distributed among the members.
- Licensing and Management: The system’s installation and operation must comply with the law and be appropriately licensed. The station’s licensing and management processes can be entrusted to specialized companies such as Solar Home.
Advantages of Collective Self-Consumption:
- Reduced Installation Costs: The cost is shared among all members, making the investment more affordable.
- Lower Bills: Members benefit from reduced energy expenses through energy netting.
- Flexibility: Collective self-consumption can be set up either with an installation in the same building or through virtual net metering for installations at different locations.
Who Can Participate:
- Apartment Building Residents: Residents of an apartment building can jointly participate in installing a photovoltaic system.
- Energy Communities: Cooperative groups of citizens who want to produce and consume green energy.
With Solar Home, you can easily get started and benefit from all the advantages of collective self-consumption, helping to reduce costs and use energy sustainably.