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What Is Net Metering and How Does It Work?

Thanks to Grid Tie Solar with Net Metering, your solar can now lower your bill – or even eliminate it.

Net Metering is a utility rate program offered by your electric company (Meralco) that requires the electric company to purchase the surplus or excess solar energy that your solar panels produce.

How does it work?

Upon installing a grid tie solar power system, you can apply for Net Metering with your electric company. With net metering, you can export the excess power generated by your solar, if the house or facility does not consume it. This means when your solar energy system produces more electricity than your home consumes, then the excess electricity is sent to the grid and your utility credits you for it. Net metering is what makes rooftop solar such a great way to reap the benefits of going solar.

How net metering gives you savings

In simple terms, net metering gives you credits for returning electricity to the grid. In doing this, with these credits, you can now offset electricity that you will use from the utility during night time. This mechanism offers the full economic value of rooftop solar. With a solar system that is sized properly, you can reduce your monthly electric bills by 50%. However, if your target is a Zero Bill, then you just need to size your system in accordance to your monthly power consumption and baseline loads. The right system that fits your goals can potentially eliminate all your monthly electricity expenses!

Daytime power

Solar harvests the most power during the middle of the day when the sun is shining the brightest. However, for most households, the problem is that the middle of the day also happens to be when they use the least amount of electricity. Therefore, during that time, your panels are producing way more electricity than your home needs. With net metering, whenever the solar produces more power than the house needs, it is exported to the grid, and you will see the credits in the next electric bill you receive.

Night time consumption

At night, when your solar is not producing because it shuts down when the sun sets, you take electricity from the grid. The best way to OFFSET this night time consumption is to accumulate enough credits from the exported surplus power during daytime. This, in essence, is how to reduce your electric bill by 30%, or 50%, or 100%.

Best benefit of net metering

The best benefit of net metering for solar homeowners are the savings. For the first 3 to 4 years, you get your ROI through your monthly savings. For the succeeding 21 to 22 years or even more, you profit from your solar.

Turning on the sun

At Solaric, we appeal to Filipino sensibilities of approachability, service, and value. Before we give a quotation, we learn how you use energy. We determine the best ways to maximize your return on a hard-earned investment. We present different strategies to ensure that you achieve your solar goals. We want to ensure reduced expenses and increased savings so that you make that one-time wise business and environmental investment. We always do our best to deliver fast, efficient, and thorough customer service. We are in the business of not just selling solar panels – but also enabling solar-powered lifestyles. With this, we want to provide endless satisfaction by delivering Solaric Service Satisfaction, ranging from permanent reduction of electric bills to the ultimate ZERO bills.

Solaric is the leader in rooftop solar

Solaric has established its name across the renewable industry as a proven and reputable rooftop solar leader. Backed by decades of experience, Solaric has installed more than 50% of residential rooftop solar in the Philippines and has delivered significant cost reductions in electricity expenses, as well as milestone contributions to a cleaner, greener, and renewable future. We want every Filipino to enjoy the benefits of clean and renewable power. Welcome to the new generation of solar and turning on the sun.

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Contact the solar experts

Ready to expand your solar energy system? Or do you simply want to start your #renewable journey today?

Give us a call at 75040092 or 09178603141 or 09083775577, email or visit www.solaric.com.ph

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At Solaric, we Turn on the Sun.

NET METERING: HOW DO I DO IT?

Net Metering is a program mandated by the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) that allows users of renewable energy export their energy to their distribution utility. Through this, solar owners are capable of maximizing their system into its potential and yield its enormous benefits.

Where do I start?

Currently, the law only allows net metering to solar system with less than 100kWp in size. The net metering process can be complicated and you still have to pass certain requirements to know if you are qualified for the program. You can consult with your solar installer or provider to discuss to you further the process and provide you with some of the documents that you will be needing for the application. To start, you need to prepare the following:

Net metering application form
Plant Parameters with technical documentation
Certificate of final electrical inspection
Single Line Diagram
Electrical Plan

For residential homes, you will be needing the following documents:

Previous monthly electric bills
2 Valid government IDs (front and back) copy
Land Title/TCT (certified true copy in some cities)
Realty Tax Receipt
Notarized authorization letter
Deed of Sale (if electric bill is still under the old owner’s name)
Occupancy Permit
Barangay Permit
Photo of the house
Photo of Main Breaker with label of load schedule

For commercial and business establishments, you will be needing the following documents:

Previous monthly electric bills
2 Valid government IDs (front and back) copy
Land Title/TCT (certified true copy in some cities)
Realty Tax Receipt
Notarized authorization letter
Deed of Sale (if electric bill is still under the old owner’s name)
Filled up Application for Electrical permit/CEI form from city hall
Secretary’s Certificate, authorizing the signatory to apply for net metering
ID of Corporate Secretary of Signatories
Latest General Information sheet
Secretary Certificate (indicate the signatory of the company)
SEC Registration (1 page only)
Articles of Incorporation
Barangay Permit

How long and how much?

Net metering fees can cost between Php 8,500 to Php 45,000, depending on various factors. Below is the approximate timeline and costs that you may encounter upon your application:

Distribution Impact Study (DIS): 2 to 7 weeks

Meralco now shoulders the fees for the DIS. A fee of Php 1,500 (manager’s check) is collected for Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC)

Yellow Card: 2 to 4 weeks

Meralco will study your area and issue you a “Yellow Card”

Service Disconnect: 2 to 7 weeks

Yellow Card will instruct you to install service disconnect accessible outside your house, a grounding rod, and a new meter base. This can cost you around Php 8,000 to Php 24,000+, depending on the size of your main lines.

Electrical Permit Application: 1 to 2 weeks

Submit application for electrical permit/ “Certificate of Electrical Inspection” with signed & sealed blueprint reflecting solar system to city hall. Requirements are: TCT, occupancy permit, tax declaration, barangay clearance, and PEE signed and sealed plans are also required by certain cities. This can cost you around Php 2,500 to Php 11,000+, depending on the city hall.

Net Metering Application: 2 to 6 weeks

Submit the certificate to Meralco and sign the contract.

The Solaric Advantage

As your system’s integrator, Solaric will provide the documents such as net metering application form, plant parameters with technical documentation including a softcopy of the single line diagram sent thru email, as part of the requirements in net metering application both for Metro Manila and provincial areas for free. However, net metering fees and legwork for document processing are not included in this package. The signed and sealed blue print of the PEE and other application fees shall still be charged to the client.

Turning on the sun

At Solaric, we appeal to Filipino sensibilities of approachability, service and value. Before we give a quotation, we learn how you use energy. We determine the best ways to maximize your return on a hard-earned investment. We present different strategies to ensure that you achieve your solar goals. We want to ensure reduced expenses and increased savings so that you make that one-time wise business and environmental investment. We always do our best to deliver fast, efficient, and thorough customer service. We are in the business of not just selling solar panels – but also enabling solar-powered lifestyles. With this, we want to provide endless satisfaction by delivering Solaric Service Satisfaction, ranging from permanent reduction of electric bills to the ultimate ZERO bill.

Solaric is the leader in rooftop solar

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Contact the solar experts

For more information on solar power systems and solar system installers and experts, click here.

If you also want to #TurnOnTheSun then give us a call at 75040092 or 09178603141 or 09083775577, email info@solaric.com.ph or visit www.solaric.com.ph

We will gladly explain to you how the system works, or schedule a survey so we can give you options for your new home or existing homes or businesses.

At Solaric, we Turn on the Sun.

NET METERING: THE PROCESS AND WHY IT TAKES TIME

All About Net Metering

There is a program defined by the Department of Energy as the Net Metering scheme. In the Philippines, 100kWp solar panel systems are allowed to connect to the grid under the Net Metering program. According to the Renewable Energy Act of 2008, net metering is an incentive scheme carried out by the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) that aims to encourage users to participate in the generation of renewable energy for exportation of excess electricity to a distribution utility.

“Any electricity generated that is not consumed by the customer is automatically exported to the DU’s distribution system. The DU then gives a peso credit for the excess electricity received equivalent to the DU’s blended generation cost, excluding other generation adjustments, and deducts the credits earned to the customer’s electric bill.”

However, this program is not as consumer-friendly as the same program in various other countries all over the world, where the consumer is credited in its essence, at parity pricing.

How do you apply for net metering?

How do you apply for Net Metering

The one surefire way to maximize the benefits of your solar is through net metering. Section 10 of R.A. 9513 states that distribution utilities shall enter into net-metering agreements with qualified end-users who will be installing a Renewable Energy system upon request of the user as subject to technical considerations and without discrimination.

STEP 1: PREPARE ALL THE DOCUMENTS AND REQUIREMENTS

§ Photocopy of previous monthly Meralco bill
§ Photocopy of two valid government identification cards
§ Land Title or Transfer Certificate of Title
§ Realty Tax Receipt
§ Notarized Authorization Letter for the assigned representative that will facilitate your application
§ Deed of Sale (if the electric bill is under the previous owner’s name)
§ Occupancy Permit
§ Barangay Permit
§ Photo of the House
§ Photo of Main Breaker with a label of load schedule
§ Net Metering Application Form
§ Plant Parameters with Technical Documentation
§ Certificate of Final Electrical Inspection
§ Single Line Diagram
§ Electrical Permit

STEP 2: DISTRIBUTION IMPACT STUDY (DIS) – 2 to 8 weeks

Meralco will instruct you to pay for a DIS fee, which varies in amount. Additionally, you have to pay the amount of Php15,000 payable to the Energy Regulatory Commission.

STEP 3: YELLOW CARD – 2 to 4 weeks

Meralco will study your house and area, then issue a Yellow Card. You will then submit this yellow card to the City Hall to claim the Certificate of Final Electrical Inspection.

STEP 4: SERVICE DISCONNECT – 2 to 8 weeks

With the yellow card, you will be instructed to install a service disconnect accessible outside your house, a grounding rod, and a new meter base.

STEP 5: ELECTRICAL PERMIT APPLICATION – 1 to 2 weeks

Submit the application for an electrical permit with signed and sealed blueprint reflecting the solar system to the City Hall. Requirements that should be submitted with the application are: Title, occupancy permit, tax declaration, barangay permit, and PEE signed and sealed plans.

STEP 6: NET METERING APPLICATION – 2 to 6 weeks

Submit the Certificate of Final Electrical Inspection to Meralco and sign the contracts. The meter is replaced with a bidirectional meter after the contracts are signed.

The Benefits of Net Metering

The process can take weeks to months, depending on the city in which you reside. Once your net metering is approved and active, you can now enjoy the full range of benefits of your solar system.

Reduced Electricity Costs

With net metering, you can now export surplus power that your home did not utilize. This allows you to earn bill credits. In other words, if you produce more than you consume, the utility credits you for your excess energy. This is one way in which your utility expenses are reduced – or, in some cases, eliminated.

Protect the Planet

Protect the planet

Since your home is on solar, you will be responsible for producing clean and sustainable power, especially during the times of peak power consumption. This reliance on renewable energy means you reduce your carbon footprint. This also means you are responsible for a safer and renewable environment.

Turning on the sun

Solaric is the leader in rooftop solar

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For more information on solar power systems and solar system installers and experts, click here.

If you also want to #TurnOnTheSun then give us a call at 5040092 or 09178603141 or 09083775577, email info@solaric.com.ph or visit www.solaric.com.ph

We will gladly explain to you how the system works, or schedule a survey so we can give you options for your new home or existing homes or businesses.

At Solaric, we Turn on the Sun.

THE NET METERING PUBCON: WHAT’S NEW?

Net Metering PubCon

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) facilitated a Public Consultation on Net Metering on May 17, 2019, in Ortigas Center, Pasig City. The ERC has started conducting public consultations on the implementation of Net Metering 2.0. Since its introduction in 2013, there have been at least 2,100 net metered installations, which is less than 1% of 1% of coverage and gross generation. So how does this affect solar energy in the Philippines?

“The ERC has released the Draft Amended Rules Enabling the Net Metering Program for Renewal Energy, with proposed revisions that make the program less pro-consumer, less pro-utility, and less pro-masses,” said a renowned solar advocate.

What PSSEA has to say

Philippine Solar Storage Energy Association (PSSEA), formerly Philippine Solar Alliance, has submitted a number of proposed revisions, comments, and recommendations for the new upcoming IRR. ERC is clamoring to base the computation of the Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS) on the gross generation of the entire solar output, which includes the self-consumption component. The Draft Amended Net Metering Agreement stipulates that the Distribution Utility (DU) shall install another meter in proximity to the RE system to measure the total RE generated. Shouldn’t the RPS be based on exported energy traded to the DU? Why is the DU insisting on subjecting total RE generated to fees? This results in the solarized consumer being subjected to a buffet of fees, surcharges, subsidies, simply because of the gross production of his RE system. This creates a disincentive for the consumer to go solar, or even report their solar system to authorities.

Gross generation or exported energy?

Questions are surfacing from all parties everywhere. The battle is between valuation on either gross generation or on exported energy. Exported energy represents the actual energy that the DU trades in as part of its RPS requirement. The question remains: Should the DU have a financial stake on the internal self-consumption of a consumer-owned RE plant or solar setup? Is this supported by RA 9513, otherwise known as the Renewable Energy Act, which exempts RE installations from universal charges?

Then there’s the buzz about solar tax

“The most onerous is the inclusion of a type of solar tax,” said another solar professional, “the proposed amendments even include installing another meter between the inverter and interconnection of loads, to measure total output and charge the consumer all sorts of fees, missionary, UCMD, lifeline, FIT All for the total solar production. How is that even beneficial for the homeowner? If the proposed draft amended rules are approved and implemented, we as a nation will be taking many steps backward. This will actually discourage people to install renewable energy systems, avail of net metering and permit installations. Another result is that many will indulge in underground RE system installations. These very similar tactics have happened in the course of the earlier years of solar – in Nevada, Spain, Hawaii, and Florida.”

As the series of PubCons ensue, let us wait and see what the future of RE and solar energy in the Philippines has in store.

CONSUMERS ASK SOLARIC: HM FOR SOLAR?

REGINA ROME
Solar Digital Squad
Manila, Philippines
December 27, 2018

The millennial question

The question is simple. It encompasses the meaning of multiple things but it is posted in the form of two letters: HM? The questions behind those two letters are endless. How much? What is the ROI? What is the capital investment? How much do I save? Everyone wants to know the cost of installing solar panels in the Philippines. They want to know, by asking those two letters, which option is more feasible: to install a solar power system or to keep paying a monthly electric bill until the end of time.

Contemplation stage

Some put it off, and others decide to do it later or put money into another investment. But as certain as the sun that will rise the next day, we absolutely guarantee that those without a solar investment are committed to continue paying one of Asia’s highest electricity rates.

The pay-off is forever

There is a growing percentage of people who use technology to solve problems. Solaric has been installing solar panels for the past 5 years, and our first batch of customers have fully rewarded with ROI for their solar investment. They are now getting free power from the sun. We have seen the birth of the rooftop solar industry from pricey per watt fringe science to becoming the cheapest and most available energy source, because every consumer becomes a producer of power. Forever.

Talk about net metering

Solaric was the pioneer behind Net Metering. We installed solar in the very first homes that sold power back to the utility company via Net Metering. This is how we made the battery obsolete, and this is how solar power became way cheaper than your Utility cost. It is by sizing solar installations properly that the system can effortlessly power daytime loads, and therefore sell surplus power back to the utility company. At night, the homes run on export credits. Net Metering is something that Solaric handles and processes every single day for our customers, although it is not yet fully understood by the typical, casual consumer.

Go ahead and ask: HM?

For questions like “magkano, HM, ROI atbp”: We need to know some information before we can give an accurate answer – typical monthly electric bill total, usual appliances that run during daytime, roof space feasibility. For a technical thing like energy systems, Solaric conducts free site inspections within Metro Manila. The quintessential question of HM can range anywhere from P35k to the legal maximum of P6.5M (e.g. 99.9kWp net metered installation).

For more information on solar power systems and solar panel prices, click here.

For more information, please visit this page, email us at info@solaric.com.ph, or call us at 5040092 or 09178603141.

We will gladly explain to you how the system works, or schedule a survey so we can give you options for your new home or existing homes or businesses.

At Solaric we Turn on the Sun.

Solaric is the leader in rooftop solar

Solaric has established its name across the renewable industry as a proven and reputable rooftop solar leader. Solaric has installed more than 50% of residential rooftop solar in the Philippines and has delivered significant cost reductions in electricity expenses, as well as milestone contributions to a cleaner, greener, and renewable future. Solaric is now zoning in on corporate and industrial projects to offer them the same cost reductions. Welcome to the new generation of solar and turning on the sun.

Regina Rome is a solar analyst with the Solar Digital Squad Research.

Things You Should Know About Applying for Net Metering

What are the things you should know when applying for net metering?

The proper documents to submit
The designated fees
The benefits you can receive

Providers of solar systems in the Philippines are continuously giving alternative and cost-effective energy solutions to Filipino families.

If you have already found the suitable solar system from your trusted seller, then it might be time to maximize its benefits and enjoy tremendous results from this renewable energy source. One such benefit could be achieved through net metering.

According to the Renewable Energy Act of 2008, net metering is an incentive scheme carried out by the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) that aims to encourage users to participate in the generation of renewable energy for the purpose of exportation of excess electricity to a distribution utility.

Defining net metering is the first step in knowing how you can be a purveyor of Renewable Energy in your own establishment. In this article, you will know the necessary steps that you should take in order to join the Renewable Energy Net Metering Program.

Have the Proper Documents for Application

Section 10 of R.A. 9513 states that distribution utilities shall enter into net-metering agreements with qualified end-users who will be installing a Renewable Energy system upon request of the user as subject to technical considerations and without discrimination.

The question is, “how would you know that you are qualified to adopt the net metering system?”

First off, you should prepare the following documents:

Net Metering Application Form – supply the answers for details regarding your generating facility, plant parameters documentation, your electrical layout plan, etc. This is part of your request for a Distribution Impact Study of your Renewable Energy Facility application for Net Metering.
Identification Documents:
- For Residential Homes – ID and Proof of Valid Occupancy (i.e. copy of the land title and copy of the deed of sale).
- For Business Enterprises – Secretary’s Certificate that will serve as an authorization for a person to apply for net metering.
Photocopy of a previous monthly bill from Meralco.
Plant Parameters Form (PPF) – you can get this from Meralco. Ask your solar provider to fill it up.
Certification of Renewable Energy Facility Equipment — from your RE installer.
Yellow Card – Meralco will give you this after they study your house. You will then submit this yellow card to the City Hall to claim the Certification of Final Electrical Inspection.
Secure a Certification of Final Electrical Inspection (CFEI) from your Local Government Unit.
Net-Metering Agreement (NMA) from Meralco – fill it out, sign it, and have it notarized.
Fixed Asset Boundary Document (FABD) – get this contract from Meralco and affix your signature.
Certificate of Compliance – there are two types of forms: Form 1 (applicable to individuals) and Form 2 (applies to businesses like corporations or organizations). These forms have an application fee of PHP 1,500 paid to the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC).
Updated Electrical Plan – acknowledged, signed, and sealed by the Professional Electrical Engineer (PEE).

Once you have these documents, your net metering application will be underway. Contact the Meralco Engineer and the Accredited Meralco Contractor from your local office and let them help you process your application.

Pay the Designated Fees

Together with the required documents, your application comes with fees to process your net metering application. Here are the fees you need to pay when applying for this program:

Distribution Impact Study Fee – this can range from Php 1,900 to Php 17,000 approximately, depending on the potential impact of your solar installation. Pay this fee to your distribution utility. According to Meralco, there are two types, which have different inclusions depending on which type you are going to apply for.
Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) Certificate of Commerciality – this certificate costs Php 1,500.
Fee for the Updated Electrical or Building Plan authorized by the PEE. The fee for this is estimated at Php 10,000. Although, it does vary depending on the structure of your property.

The Benefits You Can Receive from Net-Metering

After the initial inspections and submission of necessary requirements for net metering application, you can now reap its benefits.

Reduced Electricity Costs

When you find yourself spending more than you should on energy costs, net metering will help you reduce the costs you spend annually. As explained by Meralco, you can export energy that you did not use to the power grid, allowing you to earn bill credits. This means that you can greatly benefit from the program if you generate more energy than you consume because the utility distributor will credit you for that excess energy.

Relieve the Load of the Grid

As a homeowner or a business owner, it will be a great help to take pressure off the grid by producing sustainable energy, especially during the times of peak power consumption. Net-metering is a great motivation to rely on renewable energy and promote its advantages that haven’t been utilized enough. If you want to be responsible for an active role in energy production, then this program is for you.

Environmentally-Friendly Solution

The world is always at risk of potentially dangerous elements that can harm the environment. Using renewable energy allows you to combat this but net-metering is a great example of pushing forward sustainability. Not only will you benefit from it personally, but you are also doing more for the environment because you will significantly reduce your carbon footprint.

Key Takeaway

Net Metering is one of the best programs that will allow you to maximize your solar panel installation to its highest potential. The tremendous effects of renewable energy for your home will be an agent of sustainability not only for your area but for the environment as well.

Start now and make the most out of your system with Net-Metering!

Benefits in Energy: Peak/Off-Peak WITH Net Metering

What are the benefits of using a peak/off-peak system with net metering?

Solar PV owners have control over their electricity bills
It helps reduce consumption on the grid especially during peak consumption hours
It encourages participation in alternative energy production

You already know the benefits of an installation of a solar system on Philippine residential and commercial establishments as a practical source of energy. Having a solar system in the Philippines is an efficient choice because there is plenty of sunshine to go around in this country.

Net Metering is an efficient program that you can make use of and on a Time-of-Use or the Peak/Off-Peak program, it will generate more savings and is a recommended system for most companies and homes that utilize a solar system. The solar industry makes use of net metering and the peak/off-peak program because they are one of the most important and successful incentive programs that solar panel users can have.

Here are some of the benefits you will receive when you utilize peak/off-peak with net metering:

Solar PV Owners Have Control Over their Electric Bills

Net Metering is an electric policy for consumers who own renewable energy facilities such as a solar panel installation which will allow them to use electricity whenever needed while contributing their production to the grid.

Peak/Off-Peak allows residences or businesses to use cheaper power at night, and expensive power in the daytime. This means when their solar installation is producing in the daytime, it is offsetting expensive power. At the end of the day – the majority of the used energy will be “cheap offpeak power.”

Time-Of-Use program with Net Metering will enable you to produce energy just as much as you consume it. This will open up more opportunities for you to generate savings on your electricity bills and it will help you cope up with high electricity prices.

These programs allow businesses and households to maximize their resources and produce energy for themselves and it is also notable to mention that the load on the utility grid can also be reduced. Generating clean and efficient electricity will allow PV users to export that power to the grid and reduce the amount in electric bills.

Helps Reduce Consumption on the Grid Especially During Peak Consumption Periods

Using the time-of-use program helps you separate the credits you are given for energy exported to the grid.

Take note that this depends on the rate structures and peak and off-peak times of your utility. Talk with the local distributor of electrical power on how to make this work and they would be your partner in expanding the benefits of your solar panel installation.

It Encourages Participation in Alternative Energy Production

By utilizing this program, PV owners can help protect the environment and preserve natural energy resources. There is a larger gain when both private-owned residences and big corporations invest in a reliable solar power system instead of a polluting fossil power generation.

This translates to cleaner air, a more resilient power grid for communities, and fewer harmful emissions for our climate. This will help keep the environment clean and green and do its share in preserving renewable resources.

Key Takeaway

Knowing the benefits of using these programs for your solar panel installation will help you make the most out of it in a significant and resilient way. This will spell huge returns of investment and it will champion renewable energy as a practical source for communities as well.

With this, you will not only help the environment, but you can also help keep your savings in shape.

Solar Home Economics 101

Every day, we get the question“How Much?” or “HM?” This is a very easy question and often is asked without the use of a vowel to solve a once inescapable problem of paying high electric bills. “HM po?” goes through a systematic process for a proper answer. There is no such thing as an ordinary house or a typical bungalow, so bear with us if we are makulit. We just want to make sure we give you the right answers in regards to solar panel installation in your Philippine home.

Here is the step-by-step process on how we figure out the answer to “HM?”

Consumption

What is your consumption? The kWh used per month or the monthly bill would give you the gross consumption. We profile how much energy or kuryente is used during daytime hours vs. nighttime hours. Of course, solar is very effective during daytime hours because it can directly displace utility or “kuntador kuryente”.

Second is nighttime consumption. What appliances do you turn on during the night, how many air cons are on, etc.? For ethical reasons, we would not suggest using your air con on lead acid batteries at night, since it is a false economy build;unless, of course, if you live on an off-grid location or the Spratley Islands.

We then take this into account and start crunching numbers. For the old school people out there, we use Net Metering vs. batteries to offset night consumption since it’s 3x cheaper to generate energy from solar than to store it. Batteries last a fraction as long as a solar panel so we do not even use it for savings. We’d rather opt for banking surplus production during daytime hours via Net Metering.

Net Metering

It is a special meter that the Utility Provider has to install to comply with National Law, specifically RA 9513 Sec 10. If your house has surplus solar energy, the utility has to purchase the excess energy. The net metering process is complex for the average homeowner to process, and even smaller solar outfits have a hard time on its documentary and rigid technical standards. Solaric handles the Net Metering process and advises you on estimated costs as your home has to be updated to latest electrical codes. Each job is wired differently, so costs vary.

We do not disconnect the Utility as they are there to give you power at night and buy your surplus power at day. We simply integrate solar power with existing wiring. Solaric customers become Prosumers of grid power—consumers who also produce and sell back their excess power.

Sizing

We look at the roof of your house, factory, or facility, either through Google maps or site survey; the only actual limiting factors for solar are the amount of unshaded roof space and budget.

From our online tech survey or actual field visit, we can see how many solar panels we can fit and determine the best yielding sides of your roof.

Our default strategy is to install enough solar to offset normal daytime loads (sub 5 year ROI) and if the client wants more aggressive bill reduction, we can put more solar to cover night time loads. This will ZERO out the bill or result in a negative electric bill—so you can buy that Tesla.

The most common concern is how much solar is needed to run the air con and the usual appliances, such as ref and fan. To answer this question, that would be a 1.62 kWp installation at Php140K. To the industrial installation solar, we put in the Big Boy Solar, the one that wipes out hundreds of thousands of pesos from a colossal electric bill.

Quotation

We do bill analysis of usage patterns: Day vs. night usage and available roof space, then suggest build sizes with approximate savings. Our solar engineers will go over various build options (e.g. Philippines vs. China vs. Korea panels), installation locations, and long term impact of electric bills. Solaric has the widest range of build options and, of course, we offer the best prices. From there, we can come up with Return on Investment calculations. This can range anywhere from 3 to 6 years ROI or even faster if electricity rates increase.

And that is when we can finally tell you “HM?” We will even tell you in great detail, using vowels, numbers, and all that.

Key Takeaway

In the Philippines, solar panels and their installation are not cheap nor are they for the financially impatient, but they will generate returns that are easily 5x more than its initial investment. Solaric DIY packages for less than P30k make it an even better investment than a smartphone.

Solaric has been systematically reducing electric bills and making the Philippines a greener place by enabling thousands of homes and businesses to say no to coal by putting red hot high electric bills on the deep freeze and by showing global warming who the real boss is.

For more information, visit this link or email info@solaric.com.ph. You may also call us at 02 5040092 for seasonal specials or to schedule surveys.

The Advantages of Solar Panel Priced in the Philippines in This Age

We are getting a lot of calls lately from people we surveyed the past few months; they say that they want solar NOW and Solaric big time packages, as the electric bill was not kind to them this summer. The hot weather causes increased demand and the lack of supply is driving their electric rates through the roof, except if you got Solaric’s solar panels priced in the Philippines on your roof.

People tend to react when the crisis is on our feet; we were having some talks with the Government about solar many moons back regarding the Philippines power supply, back then, the technology and its potential was not fully understood by politicians and energy specialists. Grid tie and Net Metering were unheard of and unfamiliar topics with the LGU (local government units) and local power utilities. That was back in 2013.

“Solar couldn’t be cheaper than grid” exclaimed one; “how about if it’s raining would the lights go off,” said the other, however, we knew that solar worked in countries like Germany and Japan, where it’s not particularly sunny, and the output was so potent that they decided to mothball their ageing nuclear plants because the supply was now augmented.

Things are different now and technological barriers and cost efficiencies that favored burning coal is now becoming obsolete or downright irresponsible with climate change.

At Solaric, we are pioneering bill reducing solar technologies and conduct open source solar seminars on how to engineer projects. Our focus is providing the consumer their own personal power plant on their roof, so they can minimize their own power bill.

You may ask, how effective is solar—we routinely half electric bills as this is what Government policy supports with Net Metering and current buyback rates. Install enough solar to cover daytime loads with any excess purchased by the utility (at a discounted rate).

Occasionally, we have very green minded people who think beyond the 5-year ROI (return on investment) and put in so much solar power that the bill reads P0.00.

So to the pundits out there saying “paano kung walang hanging, walang araw,” our retort is: “Paano kung walang bill, Paano kung walang polyusion! ” Now, my friend, is the time for change and the time to say goodbye to the status quo.

Investing in solar is beyond saving a few pesos; it’s a lifestyle of saying “who’s the boss?” and caring for the environment.

Want to learn more? Go to this page or call us at 5040092.

For best quotes, we need to know what your monthly bill is like and what appliances you normally use during daytime hours.

How does it work?

How net metering gives you savings

Daytime power

Night time consumption

Best benefit of net metering

Turning on the sun

Solaric is the leader in rooftop solar

Contact the solar experts

Where do I start?

For residential homes, you will be needing the following documents:

For commercial and business establishments, you will be needing the following documents:

How long and how much?

The Solaric Advantage

Turning on the sun

Solaric is the leader in rooftop solar

All About Net Metering

How do you apply for net metering?

STEP 1: PREPARE ALL THE DOCUMENTS AND REQUIREMENTS

STEP 2: DISTRIBUTION IMPACT STUDY (DIS) – 2 to 8 weeks

STEP 3: YELLOW CARD – 2 to 4 weeks

STEP 4: SERVICE DISCONNECT – 2 to 8 weeks

STEP 5: ELECTRICAL PERMIT APPLICATION – 1 to 2 weeks

STEP 6: NET METERING APPLICATION – 2 to 6 weeks

The Benefits of Net Metering

Reduced Electricity Costs

Protect the Planet

Turning on the sun

Solaric is the leader in rooftop solar

Net Metering PubCon

What PSSEA has to say

Gross generation or exported energy?

Then there’s the buzz about solar tax

The millennial question

Contemplation stage

The pay-off is forever

Talk about net metering

Go ahead and ask: HM?

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What are the things you should know when applying for net metering?

Have the Proper Documents for Application

Pay the Designated Fees

The Benefits You Can Receive from Net-Metering

Reduced Electricity Costs

Relieve the Load of the Grid

Environmentally-Friendly Solution

Key Takeaway

What are the benefits of using a peak/off-peak system with net metering?

Solar PV Owners Have Control Over their Electric Bills

Helps Reduce Consumption on the Grid Especially During Peak Consumption Periods

It Encourages Participation in Alternative Energy Production

Key Takeaway

Consumption

Net Metering

Sizing

Quotation

Key Takeaway