How Solar Electricity Export Works
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How does solar electricity export work?
Solar electricity export happens automatically. When your panels generate more than your home uses, surplus flows through your meter to the national grid. Your smart meter records the export. Your SEG supplier pays you for every kWh exported (4-15p/kWh). The process requires: MCS-certified installation and a smart meter. Your inverter, meter, and grid handle everything — no manual intervention needed.
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