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How to save money by using electricity during solar hours

Electricity savings do not always come from using less power.

In many Spanish homes, savings come from using electricity at better times.

Solar energy is abundant during the day.

Tariffs that reward daytime usage make this work in your favour.

What solar hours mean for households

Solar hours are the parts of the day when solar generation is high.

During these hours:

  • More electricity is available
  • Prices are lower on solar-based tariffs
  • The grid is under less strain

Using electricity during these hours reduces costs without reducing comfort.

Behaviour matters more than technology

You do not need new equipment to benefit from solar hours.

Simple behaviour changes often have the biggest impact:

  • Timing appliances differently
  • Avoiding heavy usage during peak evening hours
  • Using existing timers and schedules

Why solar-friendly usage suits many homes in Spain

Spain’s climate makes solar production reliable for much of the year.

Homes with pools, electric water heating, or daytime occupancy are especially well suited.

Pool pumps are one of the biggest electricity users in many Spanish homes. Learn how much electricity a pool pump uses and how to reduce the cost.

Savings often come from timing, not restriction. See how to shift electricity usage without changing your lifestyle.

Check if your usage fits solar tariffs

Upload your electricity bill on our homepage and we will check how well your usage fits solar-friendly tariffs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Trenger jeg solcellepaneler for å dra nytte av dette?

Nei. Du trenger ikke egne paneler. Solvennlige tariffer belønner deg for å bruke strøm når solproduksjonen på det nasjonale nettet er høy.

Fungerer dette om vinteren?

Ja. Selv om soltimene er kortere om vinteren, genererer Spania fortsatt betydelig solkraft. De billigste timene flyttes bare til midt på dagen.

Er besparelser garantert?

Besparelser avhenger av din spesifikke tariff og atferd. Hvis du er på en tariff som belønner dagtidsbruk og du flytter forbruket ditt, er besparelser svært sannsynlige.