How much electricity does a rooftop solar PV system produce in Dubai?

Every 1 kWp of installed rooftop solar capacity produces approximately 1,600 to 1,750 kWh of clean electricity per year in Dubai.

What is the typical payback period for residential solar in Dubai?

Typical capital payback periods range from 4.5 to 6.5 years against rising utility tariff tiers, with panel warranties spanning 25 years.

United Arab EmiratesUpdated for 2026Engineering

Shams Dubai Rooftop Solar PV Net Metering Calculator (DEWA) 2026

Calculate solar rooftop generation, DEWA net-metering bill offsets, annual utility savings, and capital payback periods under Shams Dubai regulations.

Solar PV Rooftop Generation Energy Saving & Green Efficiency Solar Energy & Photovoltaics

Calculated Result

Annual DEWA Bill Savings

5,610AED

Calculator Inputs

Installed Solar System Capacity (kWp)

kWp

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Average DEWA Tariff (Fils / kWh)

Fils/kWh

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Turnkey Installation Capital Cost (AED)

AED

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Annual DEWA Bill Savings

5,610AED

Capital Payback Period

6.8 Years

Annual Solar Generation

16,500 kWh

Monthly Energy Production

1,375 kWh

Monthly Bill Offset

467.5 AED

20-Year Net Lifetime Savings

74,200 AED

Surplus solar power exported to the DEWA grid is credited 1:1 on future utility bills under the official Shams Dubai Net Metering framework.

This tool provides preliminary estimations based on standard formulas for quantities and dimensions. Actual requirements may vary depending on project conditions and material specifications. Verification by a qualified technician or engineer is recommended before execution.

Official Statute: مبادرة شمس دبي لربط الطاقة الشمسية الكهروضوئية بشبكة هيئة كهرباء ومياه دبي DEWA ونظام صافي القياس Net MeteringLast Verified: 2026-09-04

Calculation Methodology

Annual Generation (kWh) = System Size (kWp) * 1,650 Peak Sun Hours; Annual Savings = Generation * Effective DEWA Slab Tariff.

Frequently Asked Questions

It is Dubai's official rooftop solar net metering programme allowing property owners to install grid-connected solar panels and offset their electricity bills.

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