How Monthly Net Metering Works (Spoiler: It’s Like a Bank for Your Energy)

At Infinity Solar USA, we know that net metering is one of the best perks of going solar, but sometimes it can sound a little bit like rocket science. So, let’s break it down in simple terms—because who doesn’t love saving money while making the planet a little greener?

1. What Is Monthly Net Metering?

Think of monthly net metering like a savings account for your energy. Each month, your solar panels produce energy—sometimes more than you need and sometimes less. Here’s where the magic happens: when you create more power than you use, that extra energy gets sent back to the grid. And in return, you earn credits that can be used to offset your future energy use.

At the end of each month, your utility company adds up how much energy you sent back to the grid (the surplus) and compares it to how much energy you used. The result? You get a credit for the extra energy you sent out, which will be used to offset future bills.

2. Energy in, Energy Out

Here’s how it works:

• During the day, when your solar panels are working their hardest, they might produce more energy than you need to power your home. That extra electricity gets sent back to the grid.
• At night, when your panels aren’t producing, you’ll still need energy from the grid. But guess what? You can use your credits to offset the energy you pull from the grid.

It’s like a little energy bank where your surplus energy can balance out the energy you use later. And the best part? You only pay for the difference between what you use from the grid and what you send back. If you produce more than you use, that credit rolls over to the next month.

3. No Surprises—Just Predictable Savings

With monthly net metering, you’re not hit with surprise charges. Your credit balance will keep track of what you owe (or what you’re owed!) so that your monthly energy costs are predictable. Whether you’re generating extra energy during sunny months or using your credits during cloudy days, your monthly bill will adjust to reflect the power you’re really using.

Simple math: Make more energy than you use = credits. Use more energy than you make = pay the difference. It’s a smooth exchange, with no tricks.

4. Why Does It Matter?

For you, the homeowner, it’s a win. You’re getting credit for your excess energy, which helps lower your monthly bills. And if your system generates a lot of energy during the summer, you can use those credits to cover your energy needs in the winter, when the days are shorter and your panels are working a bit less.

Bottom Line?

With monthly net metering, you’re able to make the most of the energy your solar system generates, banking your excess energy and using it later. It’s like putting energy in the bank, but instead of getting a statement from a financial institution, you get one from your utility company. And the best part? You’re saving money every month.

Want to know more about how monthly net metering can work for you? Contact Infinity Solar USA, and we’ll make sure you’re getting the best deal on your solar journey!

Solar savings? It’s in the bank! 🌞💰