<h3><strong>More funding for photovoltaics and storage – now with a “Made in Europe” bonus</strong></h3>
<p class="mb-4"><strong>Up to +30% funding bonus for European components – what this means for your PV system
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<p class="mb-4"><img src="/blog-posts/christian-lue-8Yw6tsB8tnc.jpg" /></p>
<p class="mb-4">The support for renewable energies will reach a new level in 2025: with the new <a href="https://www.eag-abwicklungsstelle.at/wissen/made-in-europe-bonus/" target="_blank">“Made in Europe” bonus</a> The Austrian federal government rewards investments in European technologies.</p>
<p class="mb-4">Anyone who chooses solar modules, inverters or electricity storage with European added value will receive <strong>additional 10% funding bonus on top of the basic funding</strong>.</p>
<p><strong>Goals of the bonus:</strong></p>
<ul class="basic-list">
  <li>Strengthen European industry</li>
  <li>Increase security of supply</li>
  <li>Promote the expansion of renewable energy</li>
</ul>
<h4>What exactly is the Made in Europe bonus?</h4>
<p class="mb-3">From then on <strong>June 23, 2025</strong> The new bonus comes into force as part of the second EAG funding call.</p>
<p>The surcharges on the investment grant are:</p>
<ul class="basic-list">
  <li><strong>+10% for PV modules</strong> with European added value</li>
  <li><strong>+10% for inverters</strong> with European added value</li>
  <li><strong>+10% for electricity storage</strong> with European added value</li>
</ul>
<p class="mb-4"><strong>Note:</strong> The maximum surcharge amount is therefore: <strong>+30% for PV system including electricity storage</strong>, if all three components are proven to have been manufactured in Europe.</p>
<p class="mb-4"><strong>Important:</strong>The components must be proven to be from the <strong>European Economic Area</strong> or that <strong>Switzerland</strong> and have gone through certain production steps within Europe.</p>
<p class="mb-4"><strong>Those who “think European” benefit financially and at the same time strengthen Europe as a business location.</strong></p>
<h4>How much is the funding in 2025?</h4>
<p>The funding amount depends on the performance of the planned photovoltaic system and is staggered as follows:</p>
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    <th>Category</th>
    <th>Plant size</th>
    <th>Delivery height</th>
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    <td>A</td>
    <td>up to 10 kWp</td>
    <td>160 €/kWp</td>
  </tr>
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    <td>b</td>
    <td>&gt;10–20 kWp</td>
    <td>150 €/kWp</td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>C</td>
    <td>&gt;20–100 kWp</td>
    <td>140 €/kWp (max.)</td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>D</td>
    <td>&gt;100 kWp</td>
    <td>130 €/kWp (max.)</td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>Storage</td>
    <td>-</td>
    <td>150 €/kWh</td>
  </tr>
</table>
<p class="mb-4">The maximum funding rate is <strong>30% of eligible investment costs</strong>.</p>
<p>For <strong>Battery storage</strong> the funding is:</p>
<ul class="basic-list">
  <li><strong>150 € per kWh</strong> Storage capacity</li>
</ul>
<h4>Bonus also for innovative PV systems</h4>
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<p>In addition to the Made in Europe bonus, there is also one <strong>Surcharge of +30% for innovative PV systems</strong>, e.g. E.g.:</p>
<ul class="basic-list">
  <li>Building-integrated PV with functions such as weather protection, fire protection or thermal insulation</li>
  <li>Floating PV systems</li>
  <li>PV as a parking lot roof with at least 10 parking spaces</li>
  <li>Agri-PV with higher mounted modules</li>
  <li>PV on noise barriers or dams</li>
</ul>
<p class="mb-4"> This supplement can also be applied for in addition to the basic funding – provided the technical requirements are met.</p>
<h4>How do I apply for the Made in Europe bonus?</h4>
<ol class="basic-list">
  <li>From <strong>23.06.2025</strong> Funding application in <a href="https://einreichen.eag-abwicklungsstelle.at/eag/login" target="_blank">EAG portal</a> submit</li>
  <li>When applying <strong>Specify EU compatible components</strong></li>
  <li>After funding approval <strong>Evidence of actual components</strong> provide</li>
  <li>Required: <strong>Evidence of origin and production steps</strong></li>
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<p class="mb-4">The current ones <strong>Whitelist documents</strong> can be found on the <a href="https://www.eag-abwicklungsstelle.at/wissen/made-in-europe-bonus/" target="_blank">official website of the EAG processing office</a>.</p>
<h4>Apply for funding? We'll take care of it for you!</h4>
<p>Applying for funding can seem complicated – <strong>but it doesn't have to be</strong>. Together with ours <a href="https://www.flexum.at/" target="_blank">Subsidiary company Flexum</a> we take care of the entire process:</p>
<ul class="basic-list">
  <li>Checking your eligibility</li>
  <li>Preparation and submission of the application</li>
  <li>Assistance with all necessary documents</li>
  <li>Support until payment is made</li>
</ul>
<p class="mb-4"><strong>Contact now</strong> – we get the most out of your funding!</p>
<p class="mb-4"><img src="/blog-posts/Conversio-12-10.jpg" /></p>
<h4>Which products are eligible?</h4>
<p class="mb-4">Products that have received certification from an accredited organization are eligible for funding <strong>Conformity assessment body</strong> have received.</p>
<p class="mb-1"><strong>Manufacturers must demonstrate the following manufacturing steps:</strong></p>
<p><strong>For solar modules:</strong></p>
<ul class="basic-list">
  <li>Lamination</li>
  <li>String process (soldering)</li>
  <li>Wiring</li>
  <li>Frame assembly</li>
  <li>Final test</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>For inverters:</strong></p>
<ul class="basic-list">
  <li>PCB assembly
  <li>Final assembly &amp; packaging</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>For power storage:</strong></p>
<ul class="basic-list">
  <li>Cell manufacturing</li>
  <li>Battery module construction including BMS</li>
  <li>Programming &amp; final testing</li>
</ul>
<h4>Is it worth it for private individuals and companies?</h4>
<p class="mb-4"><strong>Yes, absolutely!</strong></p>
<p class="mb-3">The combination of basic state funding and <strong>Made in Europe bonus</strong> significantly reduces your investment costs.
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<p class="mb-3">At the same time, you increase your energy independence and benefit from it <strong>European quality</strong>.</p>
<p class="mb-3"><strong>For homeowners, companies and agricultural businesses</strong> Now is the perfect time to switch to photovoltaics.</p>
<h4>Our conclusion: Act now – benefit twice!</h4>
<p class="mb-3">Anyone investing in photovoltaics or electricity storage in 2025 should definitely rely on European components.</p>
<p class="mb-3"><strong>The additional subsidies mean cash</strong> – and support the European economy.</p>
<p class="mb-3"><a href="https://www.conversioenergie.at/contact" target="_blank">Get free advice now – we’ll check your funding options!</a></p>
<h4>Who is Conversio Energy?</h4>
<pclass="mb-3"><strong>Conversio Energie</strong> is your competent partner all around <strong>Photovoltaics, electricity storage</strong> and <strong>Charging infrastructure</strong> throughout Austria.</p>
<p>As part of the Conversio Group we offer <strong>everything from a single source</strong>:</p>
<ul class="basic-list">
  <li>Personal advice</li>
  <li>Professional installation</li>
  <li>Funding processing – upon request with our subsidiary <strong>Flexum</strong></li>
</ul>
<p class="mb-3"><strong>Our claim:</strong> Sustainable energy solutions that are really worthwhile – technically, economically and ecologically.</p>
<p>For:</p>
<ul class="basic-list">
  <li>Private households</li>
  <li>Company</li>
  <li>communities</li>
</ul>
<p class="mb-3"><strong>With our own assembly teams, many years of experience and handshake quality.</strong></p>
<p><strong>Sources:</strong></p>
<ul class="basic-list">
  <li><strong>Federal Ministry of Labor and Economic Affairs (BMAW)</strong> - <a href="https://www.bmwet.gv.at/" target="_blank">Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs, Energy and Tourism</a></li>
  <li><strong>EAG processing center</strong> – <a href="https://www.eag-abwicklungsstelle.at/" target="_blank">www.eag-abentwicklungsstelle.at</a></li>
  <li><strong>Own research and analysis by Conversio Energie GmbH</strong></li>
</ul>


From June 2025 there will be a bonus of up to 30% on PV systems and storage systems with EU components. Apply for funding now – we’ll take care of the process!

PV funding 2025 in Austria: Get a bonus of up to 30%

<h3>Does a photovoltaic system only work in summer?</h3>
<h3>No, PV systems also work in winter!</h3>
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It is a cliché that many people think that a PV system is of no use in winter! This misconception largely comes from people equating PV systems with “solar thermal systems”. These are also mounted on the roof, but are used purely to generate hot water. The conclusion is therefore also valid for many: PV systems only work when it is warm and the sun is shining, i.e. in summer.
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With this article we want to shed “light into the darkness” and show you that PV systems can also be used profitably in winter.
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<h3>But how do PV systems work?</h3>
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We have already discussed in a previous article what it takes for a photovoltaic system to function technically <a target="_blank" style="color:#eeb810;" href="https://www.conversioenergie.at/ratgeber/photovoltaikanlagen">Post</a> explained. This means you know what is required locally to produce electricity.
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But how does this happen and what environmental circumstances and influences must be present so that a PV system can fulfill its mission profitably?
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<h3>GLOBAL RADIATION sometimes decides the PV yield?</h3>
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Global radiation is the total amount of short-wave solar radiation that hits a horizontal surface such as the Earth's surface. It consists of so-called direct and diffuse radiation.
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Direct radiation is the solar radiation that reaches the earth's surface without being scattered by the atmosphere. It is strongest when the sun is high in the sky, i.e. in the summer months and at midday.
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Diffuse radiation is solar radiation that is scattered by clouds, water vapor and other particles in the atmosphere. It is strongest when the sun is low in the sky, i.e. in the winter months, in the morning and evening.
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And then it depends on the radiation angle, which also depends on the time of year and time of day.
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Global radiation is therefore an important factor for the earth's climate. It is the main source of energy for warming the earth's surface and atmosphere.
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<h3>What factors influence global radiation?</h3>
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There are several additional factors that influence global radiation. We would like to mention the following factors here:
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<ul style="list-style-type:disc;margin-left:45px;margin-top:15px;">
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Geographical latitude: Global radiation decreases with increasing latitude. This is because the sun is higher in the sky at the equator and therefore receives more direct radiation.
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Season: Global radiation increases in summer and decreases in winter. This is because in summer the sun shines longer during the day and the days are longer.
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Time of day: Global radiation increases at midday and decreases in the morning and evening. This is because the sun is higher in the sky at midday and therefore receives more direct radiation.
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Weather conditions: Global radiation decreases when the sky is cloudy. This is because clouds absorb or reflect some of the sun's radiation.
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Air Pollution: Air pollution can increase global radiation by increasing the scattering of solar radiation.
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</ul>
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Conversely, you can also see that with good planning and taking the factors listed into account, you can enormously increase the efficiency of your PV system. A lot can be achieved by adjusting the angle of inclination and the south-east-west orientation. When planning, pay close attention to whether your planner has taken this into account.
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<h3>How much electricity does a PV system with 10kWp produce in winter?</h3>
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It is undisputed that the yield is lower in the winter months. Approximately 20-30% of the annual production volume is produced in the winter half of the year (October to March). This means that the majority of production takes place in the summer half of the year (April to September). However, this does not mean that a PV system is not worthwhile in winter.
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You can roughly calculate the yield of a PV system in winter or per month using the following formula:
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Yield = irradiation * module area * efficiency
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Let's calculate an example:
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Let us assume the location of Klagenfurt in Carinthia with the average solar radiation per month:
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<ul style="list-style-type:disc;margin-left:45px;margin-top:15px;">
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Solar radiation in December: 18 kWh/m2
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Solar radiation in January: 28 kWh/m2
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Solar radiation in February: 48 kWh/m2
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</ul>
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Power of the PV system 10kWp
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Size: 50m2
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Efficiency: assumed 19%
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December: 18 kWh/m2 * 50m2 * 0.19 = 171 kWh 
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January: 28 kWh/m2 * 50m2 * 0.19 = 266 kWh
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February: 48 kWh/m2 * 50m2 * 0.19 = 456 kWh 
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This means that around 893 kWh are produced for the months of December, January and February. This can already cover a large part of the electricity requirement.
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<h3>How should a PV system optimized for winter be designed?</h3>
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A PV system optimized specifically for winter should be planned with an east-west orientation. This is then divided into two fields, with one field being placed on the east side of the roof and the other on the west side.  
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In addition, the PV modules should also be set up steeper than normal (55 degrees instead of 30 to 35 degrees) - this compensates for the lower position of the sun. 
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That would be a PV system optimized purely for winter. Of course, this alone does not make sense over the course of the year and it is all the more important to plan the system extensively in order to achieve the maximum yield.
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<h3>Summary!</h3>
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Yes, the yield of a PV system is lower in winter than in the summer months. Nevertheless, a PV system definitely pays off, even in the colder winter months. It is always cheaper to use your own PV electricity than to buy expensive grid electricity. On the other hand, summer production is a multiple of the required internal consumption, which can be fed in as surplus and receives corresponding compensation for it. We have already published a separate article on this in our guide. You can find out more about the topic here <a target="_blank" style="color:#eeb810;" href="https://www.conversioenergie.at/ratgeber/ueberschusseinspeisung">Surplus feed-in</a>.
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In order to benefit more from the electricity you produce yourself, we recommend using battery storage. This increases your own consumption to 50 to 80%, which further reduces the proportion of purchased electricity.
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A new and very interesting variant is joining an energy community. Read about what this can mean for you and what advantages it offers <a target="_blank" style="color:#eeb810;" href="https://www.conversioenergie.at/ratgeber/energiegemeinschaften">here</a>. 
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So we were able to clear up another cliché.
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Are you ready for the next step? Then follow the link to ours <a target="_blank" style="color:#eeb810;" href="https://www.conversioenergie.at/inquiry">“interactive inquiry form”</a> and request a non-binding offer for your personal photovoltaic system today. 


Does a photovoltaic system only work in summer?

PV systems in winter

<h3>Energiegemeinschaften - Was ist das?</h3>
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Energiegemeinschaften sind eine neue Möglichkeit der gemeinsamen Nutzung von Energie (Strom, Gas und Wärme) welche die Erzeugung und den Verbrauch näher zusammenbringt. Dabei entstehen wirtschaftliche, ökologische und soziale Vorteile sowohl für Produzenten (PV-Anlagenbesitzer) als auch Konsumenten.
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<h3>Energiegemeinschaften – Energie gemeinsam entfesseln</h3>
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They operate according to the motto: produce, store, consume and sell energy together. Several participants join together to form a group who take part for different reasons.
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The smallest form or the minimum number of participants is two. An example here would be a two-party house. A photovoltaic system on the roof produces its own electricity. The complex belongs to the son, who lives on the first floor. He also makes the energy generated available to his parents, who live on the ground floor. But the neighborhood can also be involved. The community decides independently under which conditions this energy exchange takes place. There is almost no limit to the number of participants.
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It doesn't have to be the same house, block of flats or region. If a family or friends are spread across Austria, which happens very often due to work, studies or love, they can also come together to form an energy community.
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Several participants who join together to form an energy community enjoy many advantages. They all benefit from greater independence from large energy suppliers and also have ecological, economic and social benefits. You strengthen local and regional added value through investments in renewable generation plants and their expansion and maintenance. Of course, you also help to improve the regional ecological balance and reduce your own ecological footprint.
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<h3>What requirements must participants meet?</h3>
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The following requirements apply to all applicable models. Every participant must have a connection to the public power grid and a smart meter with data transmission every quarter of an hour.
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<h3>There are different models of energy communities</h3>
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<b><i>Community Generation Plant (GEA)</i></b><br/>
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<img src="/blog-posts/energiegemeinschaften-3-at.jpg" alt="Gemeinschaftliche Erzeugungsanlage" />
<p>A shared generation system can be used by several participants (residents, tenants). The share of self-consumption and thus the profitability of the generation system increases. A GEA operator is the minimum requirement for implementation.
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<i>Who can participate:</i><br/>
Anyone who is connected to the same main or riser line as the generating plant can – but does not have to – participate in the shared generating plant. The public power grid is not used for direct energy exchange.
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<i>Advantages</i><br/>
The energy price is self-definable and offers tax advantages, all while saving 100% on the network usage fee compared to purchasing it from the public electricity network, since generation and consumption take place at the same place.
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<b><i>Renewable Energy Community (EEG)</i></b>
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<img src="/blog-posts/energiegemeinschaften-4-at.jpg" alt="Erneuerbare Energiegemeinschaft (EEG)" />
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In a renewable energy community, producers and consumers or so-called prosumers join together to form a community. At least two participants can produce and utilize together. In addition to renewable electricity, the model can also be applied to other renewable energy sources (e.g. heat or gas). A separate legal entity must be established for the community (e.g. association, cooperative, GmbH…).
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<i>Who can participate:</i><br/>
All private individuals, legal entities, municipalities, local authorities as well as small and medium-sized companies that are located in the same concession area of a network operator. All participants must be located in the same vicinity of the generation plants.  
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The proximity area for local EEG is that they are located on the same transformer.
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Furthermore, everything up to the substation is considered a proximity area for regional EEG.
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<i>Advantages</i><br/>
You can define the energy price yourself, there is no need to pay the “renewable subsidy contribution”, you can get the electricity fee back. Furthermore, the network usage fee is reduced: by 57% for a local EEG and usually by 28% for a regional EEG. In addition, we actively contribute to relieving the load on the supra-regional networks, which has a positive effect on the stability of our electricity network.
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<b><i>Citizens' Energy Community (BEG)</i></b><br/>
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<img src="/blog-posts/energiegemeinschaften-5-at.jpg" alt="Erneuerbare Energiegemeinschaft (EEG)" />
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Share energy with others throughout Austria and benefit from individual pricing and tariff options. Also possible for large companies. The citizen energy community is limited to electrical energy.
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<i>Who can participate:</i><br/>
Everyone (private individuals, companies, including large corporations and electricity companies, etc.) is allowed to take part and they can be located in different concession areas of the network operators throughout Austria.
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<i>Advantages:</i><br/>
The energy price is self-definable. The integration of large generation capacities is made possible and the model is applicable throughout Austria. It still has a positive effect on local value creation.
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<h3>What happens to my current contract if I join an energy community?</h3><br/>
Contracts with existing energy suppliers and buyers of excess feed-in remain unchanged and you will continue to have a free choice of supplier in the future. This means that after the energy generated within the community has been used up, you will continue to be covered by your usual electrical supply without any restrictions.
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<h3>Summary</h3><br/>
As you can see, there are several ways to become actively involved as a participant in different energy communities. In this way you support yourself or a group and get many advantages such as cheaper energy and greater independence from large energy companies. 
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We definitely recommend that you seek support from expert people when participating in or setting up your own energy community. To do this, contact a specialized service provider such as Flexum GmbH <a href="www.flexum.at/energiegemeinschaften" target="_blank">(www.flexum.at/energiegemeinschaften)</a> based in Vienna and find out even more exciting details. You can also find further information about energy communities at <a href="https://energiegemeinschaften.gv.at/" target="_blank">https://energiegemeinschaften.gv.at/</a> the Austrian coordination office for energy communities.
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Start future, energy-rich &amp; unleashed collaborations with energy communities.


The modern form of energy sharing

Energy communities

<h3>A brief overview of the history of the PV</h3>
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In 1839, Alexandre Edmond Becquerel accidentally came across the photoelectric effect during his experiments. In 1907, Albert Einstein provided the first theoretical explanation, and due to the ongoing development of semiconductor technologies by Jan Czochralski at the beginning of the 1900s, the technology really gained in importance around 1950. To date, a lot has continued to happen in development, basic research has contributed a lot to increasing efficiency and the variety of semiconductor applications is enormous. In March 1958, photovoltaics were used to supply electricity for the first time in the USA and history began.
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<h3>The derivation of the term “photovoltaics”</h3>
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The principle of a photovoltaic system is simply explained in short words. The word photovoltaics is made up of the word VOLT and the Greek words for light “phos” and the genitive “photos”. The word VOLTA comes from the eponymous founder of electricity theory and the inventor of the battery, Alessandro Volta. The “V” stands for the standard symbol VOLT = electrical voltage.
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<h3>The basic function in a nutshell</h3>
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The basic principle lies in the irradiation of sunlight on the solar cells. Many solar cells connected together then create a so-called PV module. Exposure to sunlight stimulates electrons in the solar cells to move. This creates direct electrical current. However, this cannot be used in this form for normal household electricity.
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The classic electrical network at household level is alternating current with 230 volts and a network frequency of 50 Hertz. This means that you have to convert the direct current generated by the PV modules into the mentioned alternating current. This conversion of the electricity is carried out by the so-called inverter.
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In addition to power conversion, the inverter has other functions. It also regulates feeding into the public power grid and serves as a monitor for other important parameters. For example, if there are disruptions in the power grid, the inverter can disconnect the PV system from it and protect the house's internal components from malfunctions.
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The inverter also controls, monitors and charges or discharges a battery storage system.
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In addition to further modifications to the power distributor so that the feed-in can be measured correctly and the PV system is also correctly secured in the event of an emergency, the PV system would already be functional.
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<h3>Because every ray of sunshine counts!</h3>
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Of course, you can simply attach the PV modules to the roof, balcony, stable or carport and off you go. Basically yes, but you should definitely take the available options into account when planning a PV system. In most cases, the spatial possibilities and space available are very limited. It is important to plan well here.
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An important point in planning is the orientation of the PV modules. Just because the sun shines brightest in the south doesn't mean that everything facing south is the best decision. As a rule and if local conditions allow it, you should plan the distribution of the PV modules according to the path of the sun.
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If you have the opportunity, you should take the morning sun into account and point the modules to the east. Then further modules that point to the south and for the later afternoon to the south-west or west. This optimizes the maximum yield of the system. This means you produce less at midday, but more in the morning and mid-morning (east orientation) and more in the later afternoon (west orientation). This means that electricity is produced more evenly throughout the day and the peak at lunchtime is less steep.
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The orientation of the PV modules should also be adjusted according to the family's daily routine. If all residents leave the house at six in the morning, you don't necessarily have to align PV modules to the east. If lunch is cooked and the children come home from school, do their homework and then play games on the console, while the father works in the home office, then a south and south-west orientation is the more correct choice. For the later afternoon and evening, some PV panels facing west always make sense, as long as there are no large shadows.
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Yes, shadows are also a very big issue when planning a PV system. If individual PV modules are subject to shadows cast at certain points over the course of the day, for example from electricity pylons, trees or other obstacles, then power optimizers should be installed. Without this, those PV modules that can produce less than the others due to the shade would limit the others' production output. Power optimizers make it possible to perfectly optimize the PV system in order to enable maximum power generation over the course of the day and taking into account any shadows or other obstacles.
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<h3>Make good even better!</h3>
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Ultimately, a PV system per se should be more than just a household power producer or surplus feed-in. A PV system is always as efficient as it adapts to your living environment. If you buy a PV system and charge the electricity that you don't need yourself into a battery storage system, then you will feed less into the public power grid, but you will have the electricity you produce yourself available for the night. So you can use it to power your television, your laptop or even the electric stove for cooking in the evening. This means you can also produce and store the electricity you need for off-peak times of the day and access it again at any time. This saves you money on electricity that you would otherwise have to buy again from the grid supplier. And then there is the issue of e-mobility. Your charging station for home. But this is the topic of a blog post of its own. Check it out.
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<h3>Summary</h3>
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Yes, there are a lot of things to consider when you decide on a PV system for self-sufficiency or surplus feed-in. Good planning and design, according to the available options, increases efficiency, maximizes the yield of the entire system and takes a decisive step towards energy self-sufficiency. We at Conversio Energie GmbH have planned and built more than 2,500 PV systems with a total output of over 110,000 KW. This underpins our expertise and knowledge on the subject of PV systems and renewable energy systems. Feel free to see for yourself and get in touch with us.


The basic principle & basics

Photovoltaic systems

<h3>What is meant by feed-in?</h3>
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This means handing over the excess electricity produced to a network operator, for which you also get paid. In order to produce electricity, you first need a PV system with a connection to the public power grid. A PV system usually consists of PV modules, one or more inverters, and a standard-compliant protective device in the event of a fault or damage. These can be power optimizers or a firefighter circuit breaker. Both devices are used to switch off the PV system in the event of a fire or power failure in order to avoid unwanted electric shocks and thus protect the lives of the firefighters.
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This means your house would be ready to produce electricity to operate your heating, prepare hot water, charge your electric car or simply provide your normal household electricity for everyday household appliances. But what happens to the surplus, i.e. the electricity that you don't need or use?
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<h3>What happens to the “excess” electricity?</h3>
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You can feed in the excess electricity that you don't use yourself. This makes you a “surplus feeder”. To make this possible, some preparation is required on the part of the authorities and your network operator. First of all, as with almost everything around the house, you need a building notice from your home community and their consent to set up a PV system. You then have to apply for a so-called “network entry point” or “metering point” from your local network operator. This will also tell you how much electricity you are allowed or able to feed into the power grid. Last but not least, you also have to conclude a delivery contract with a network operator of your choice. There is also the option of joining an energy community.
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<h3>Why is the feed-in quantity limited?</h3>
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Your network operator specifies the amount of excess electricity you are allowed to feed in. Since September 2022, in Carinthia, for example, the upper limit has been equated with the usual household power requirement. You can find the exact amount in your electricity bill. The network operator assumes that you will continue to need the same amount and will therefore design your PV system accordingly. You will find out how high your personal feed-in output is per hour when you apply for the feed-in point. It is absolutely necessary to limit the feed-in quantity. If every household fed in an unlimited amount of electricity, the public power grid would collapse very quickly. That's why control and regulation is essential.
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<h3>How do you measure the amounts of electricity production or excess electricity?</h3>
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The conventional meter in the power distribution box is commonly known. It measures the amount of electricity you receive from the network operator. However, in order to be able to measure the amount of electricity that is fed in, you also need a balancing meter. As a rule, the classic smart meters that are installed as standard meet this requirement. This makes it possible for the network operator to ensure that you receive the appropriate compensation for your feed-in.
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<h3>How much do you get for your electricity?</h3>
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This depends on your chosen power collector. With this you conclude a contract for the purchase and also its payment per KWh. Most surplus feeders in Austria choose OeMAG.
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OeMAG is a state institution for processing green electricity purchases, which does not produce electricity, but is obliged to purchase excess PV electricity from each provider in accordance with their current market price. The tariff results from the market price calculated by E-Control less the expenses for the balancing energy costs.
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So-called “energy communities” are becoming increasingly popular. This is a modern form of electricity trading that is becoming increasingly popular. For further information on the topic of energy communities, we would like to point you to our own blog article “Energy Communities – The Modern Form of Electricity Trading”.
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<h3>When will I get the money paid out for it?</h3>
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How much you have fed in will be read by your network operator and transmitted to your electricity consumer. As a rule, the reading takes place on a fixed date of the year and the credit is made by the end of the following month. If you have a smart meter, you can also arrange for monthly billing from your network operator.
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<h3>Summary!</h3>
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In order to operate a PV system and be able to feed in excess electricity, there are a few things to consider. But it still pays off. You can earn a little extra money and make an active contribution to sustainable energy supply. We, at Conversio Energie GmbH, are committed to renewable energy technologies and that is why it is very important to us to work on educating people about the topic of photovoltaics so that together we can make the world a little greener!


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