Free Tool

PV Degradation Projector

Project your solar panel energy output over 25 years, accounting for panel degradation. See how panel quality affects long-term production and revenue.

Configure Your System

Average for your area. Leave blank for 5.0 hrs default.

$

Default: $0.1844/kWh (US average)

Enter your system size and panel tier above to see your 25-year solar output projection.

Estimates use a 0.77 system loss factor and assume linear degradation. Actual output varies by location, weather, shading, and installation quality.

Written & reviewed by

EnergyTools Research Team — Solar Energy Research Group

The EnergyTools Research Team compiles and verifies residential solar data from NREL, EPA, and state utility commissions. Methodology is reviewed quarterly.

  • Source data: NREL PVWatts V8 + Utility Rates V3 APIs
  • Source data: EPA FuelEconomy.gov vehicle efficiency data
  • Methodology reviewed quarterly

Methodology & data sources:NREL PVWatts, EPA FuelEconomy.gov, state utility commissions— updated 2026.