Can you install solar panels on the ground?

Solar panel installations are subject to 0% VAT, and a 4kW-5kW system with SEG can save £640 - £685. You must have heard about rooftop solar panels, but did you know that you can also install solar panels on the ground? Ground mounted solar panels are installed on the ground instead of the roof.

What are ground-mounted solar panels?

Ground-mounted solar panels are installed on the ground, typically in open spaces, and offer greater flexibility in orientation and tilt, which can maximise energy production. An average 3-bedroom house requires about 20-35 sq metres of space for ground mounted solar panels.

How do I install ground-mounted solar panels?

When it’s time to fit your ground-mounted solar panels, installers will first need to dig a trench – around 450mm deep – from the solar panels to your property. This is to fit the cable that will transmit power from your array to your home’s electricity supply.

Are ground-mounted solar panels right for You?

Ground-mounted solar panels provide an option for householders who want to generate their own electricity but whose homes aren’t ideal for roof-mounted solar panels.

What is ground-mounted solar?

Ground-mounted solar refers to any solar panels installed on the ground, rather than on the usual roof – ground-based systems are often installed in gardens, courtyards, or fields – or, on a larger scale, with commercial properties at solar farms. Solar panels on the ground work in the same way as solar panels on roofs.

Are bifacial solar panels better than ground-mounted solar panels?

Ground-mounted solar panels are more efficient than roof-mounted solar panels, as achieving the best angle and direction is easier when no roof is in the way. This setup also enables the installation of bifacial solar panels, which can turn more sunlight into power.