Solar panel positioning

[magnoliafan89]

Hi guys I would post this in the relevant section but it seems that doesn't get much action as in this thread so sorry. But I was wondering on a new build if the roof that is to have the solar panels is facing dead east is this worth it? My understanding is south facing is best failing that south East.
Many thanks for any replies

 

[LankyWill]

East is fine as it receives morning sun and high mid morning sun. The site topography plays a large role as well. East or West would be my choice as it gets the longest duration of solar radiation.

edit- It could also be a planning condition

 

[magnoliafan89]

Gonna seem stupid here what's topography?

 

[telectrix]

topography is how the land lies/is shaped. hills, valleys etc.

 

[LankyWill]

Topography- the arrangement of the natural and artificial physical features of an area. Can be linked to contour lines(not makeup) of hills or a general term that applies to a buildings surrounding environment.

 

[marc8]

check the SAP calculations for the new build they might be selected as to meet the requirements of the calculations.

 

[magnoliafan89]

Cheers for the replies guys will look into it a bit more

 

[LeeH]

South facing will ultimately generate the most. East/West split will generate for longer so you can benefit from that if you are at home to use it.

It works for us as we are out all day.

 

[magnoliafan89]

When you say east west split do you mean panels on both sides or just one way?

 

[LeeH]

Split the array on both sides.

It will see the sun for longer.

Speak to a pukka solar company on here. I used Medoria, he was great.