What changes when net metering ends?
On 1 January 2027 the net metering scheme ends. You can then no longer offset electricity you feed back against electricity you take from the grid. You get a feed-in compensation for it, which is usually much lower than what you pay for electricity.
With net metering only the difference between consumption and feed-in counts. If you feed back a lot in summer and take a lot from the grid in winter, the two cancel out. Without net metering you pay the full rate including energy tax for every kWh from the grid, and you only get your supplier's compensation for every kWh you feed back.
What does this mean for your bill?
The more of your solar power you use yourself while the sun is shining, the less you notice the end of net metering. People who are rarely home during the day and feed back a lot lose the most. On top of that, many suppliers charge feed-in costs.
What can you do?
Shift consumption to sunny hours (washing machine, dishwasher, charging the car), choose a contract that suits how you use electricity, and see whether a home battery or smart charging pays off for you. Much of this shifting costs nothing.
Calculate what your electricity bill will be without net metering
An estimate, not personal advice. How the calculator works: How does this calculator work?
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