{"id":10986,"date":"2023-08-14T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-08-14T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/keikengroup.com\/?p=10986"},"modified":"2026-10-21T18:26:35","modified_gmt":"2026-10-21T18:26:35","slug":"reasons-invest-solar-energy-now","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/keikengroup.com\/en\/news\/reasons-invest-solar-energy-now\/","title":{"rendered":"The main reasons to invest in solar energy now"},"content":{"rendered":"

Inflation has been high and is on many people’s minds, and many are looking for the right assets in which to put their money. So is solar energy a smart investment? Read on for the reasons to consider a solar panel installation in Madrid<\/strong><\/a>, and why now is a good time.<\/p>\n

Rising energy prices<\/h2>\n

Prices for fuel, food and retail have stabilised, but there is one area where prices keep rising: electricity, which according to available data has risen by around 34% over the last ten years. That is a clear reason to switch to solar: it reduces your electricity bill, protects you against market volatility and gives you a degree of energy independence.<\/p>\n

Demand for solar panels<\/h2>\n

Consumers around the world want solar panels<\/a><\/strong>, so the industry needs more materials and more people for manufacturing and installation. This can mean longer lead times for installation and the possibility of supply shortages.<\/p>\n

On the positive side, it is creating jobs in the industry, and as solar becomes more widespread, a growing skilled workforce will be able to meet demand.<\/p>\n

The changing residential solar market<\/h2>\n

The usefulness of solar energy and its growth are clear. If you are considering a residential solar installation<\/strong><\/a>, it is worth deciding sooner rather than later.<\/p>\n

Residential projects currently account for a significant share of solar PV orders, but forecasts point to that share falling while utility-scale solar grows strongly. As resources increasingly focus on large-scale projects, it makes sense to install your panels sooner.<\/p>\n

Higher resale value<\/h2>\n

A solar installation can offer a good return compared with other home improvements: reports suggest that solar can increase a home’s sale price by around 4.1%, and a well-designed installation also improves its appearance.<\/p>\n

A physical asset in a volatile market<\/h2>\n

When the economy is unstable, investing in a physical asset carries less risk than many other investments. Working with a reliable installer also gives you a warranty on the system.<\/p>\n

Solar provides homeowners with a steady return on sunny days, without the worries of stocks or bonds.<\/p>\n

Solar and extreme weather<\/h2>\n

Extreme weather tends to mean higher energy bills. Weather patterns are changing, and compared with relying only on the grid, solar panels with backup batteries give households more resilience in an emergency.<\/p>\n

The solar panels we install<\/strong><\/a> are tested to withstand harsh conditions such as hail, extreme temperatures and high winds.<\/p>\n

Why is solar a smart investment?<\/h2>\n