Solar and Air Conditioning

Can solar panels power air conditioning?

Solar panels and air conditioning are a PERFECT match: you need AC most on hot, sunny days — exactly when solar panels generate maximum electricity. A typical UK split-system AC unit uses 0.5-1.5kW while running. A 4kW solar system generates 3-4kW at peak — easily covering AC and more. Annual AC running cost (UK): £50-£150 on grid. With solar: FREE. UK AC is becoming more common due to climate change — solar future-proofs your cooling costs. The best AC type for solar: air-to-air heat pump (provides heating AND cooling). Combined with solar, it replaces your gas boiler for heating and provides summer cooling — all from free electricity.