Net metering ends in

Before net metering ends in 2027, store your solar power with SigenMate

Store your daytime solar energy for use in the evening. Get ready for 2027 and maximise your savings with SigenMate—a smart Plug & Play energy storage system that works seamlessly with your existing solar setup.

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100% compatible with existing microinverters

Expandable from 2.68 to 56.4 kWh

1,400 W off-grid backup power

The 2027 Countdown — Why Home Storage Matters Now

  1. 2026Net metering active
  2. 1 JAN 2027Net metering ends
  1. 31.12.2026EXPORT OFFSETS IMPORT
  2. 01.01.2027Feed-in compensation Only
2027

Net Metering Is Ending. Here’s What Changes.

Through 31 December 2026, the Dutch net metering scheme (salderingsregeling) remains in full effect. The electricity you export can still be offset against the electricity you import over the year, up to the amount eligible for net metering.

From 1 January 2027, the scheme ends by law—no phase-out, no transition period. The Dutch Senate passed the Termination of Net Metering Act (Wet beëindiging salderingsregeling, 36.611) in December 2024.

After that, exported surplus earns only a feed-in compensation. Until 2030, this compensation must be at least 50% of the supplier’s electricity rate excluding taxes and levies. In most cases, that will be considerably lower than the total price you pay to import electricity from the grid.

That difference—between what you receive for exported solar power and what you pay for electricity later—is the gap home storage helps you close.

Keep More of the Value You Generate with Home Storage

Without storage

Day

SolarGrid

Lower export value

Evening

GridHome

Higher import cost

With storage

Day

SolarBattery

Evening

BatteryHome
Storage comparisonDuring the day In the eveningWhat it means
Without storage after 2027Export surplus to the grid Buy electricity from the gridExport for less, import later for more
With home storageStore surplus solar power Use your stored solar energy firstUse more of your own energy and buy less from the grid

Grid Pressure — How Home Storage Can Help

The Dutch electricity grid is under growing pressure. On sunny afternoons, many homes can export solar power at the same time. In some areas, this can put extra pressure on the local grid and cause voltage to rise.

If local voltage becomes too high, solar inverters may temporarily limit or stop feeding electricity into the grid to protect the system.

With storage

Surplus solar energy can be stored in your battery instead of being exported immediately, helping reduce peak solar exports.

Without storage

More surplus energy must be exported, increasing your exposure to grid limitations when local demand is low.

Home storage cannot solve grid congestion on its own. But when used to increase self-consumption, it can help reduce peak exports, use more of your own solar energy at home, and reduce your reliance on the grid.

The Bottom Line

Net metering is ending. Exported solar power will generally be worth less than the electricity you buy from the grid. The grid is under growing pressure.

Together, these changes make home storage more valuable than ever.

The question is no longer just how much solar power you generate, but how much of it you can keep and use yourself.

This is where SigenMate comes in.
Front view of the SigenMate 2700 Ultra main unit

What Is SigenMate 2700 Ultra?

SigenMate 2700 Ultra is a Plug & Play home solar storage system that combines a microinverter, battery and intelligent energy management in one unit.

It offers two flexible ways to get started: connect solar panels directly for a complete new solar-and-storage setup, or add it to your existing microinverter system without replacing your current equipment.

4,000 W
Solar Input
4 MPPT
Independent Tracking
2.68–56.4 kWh
Expandable Storage
Model

SigenMate 2700 Ultra

Dimensions / Weight

460×275×225 mm / 29 kg

Bypass Output

3,600 W (grid + battery combined)

Solar Input

4,000 W / 4 MPPT / up to 8 panels

Expandable Capacity

2.68 to 18.8 kWh per system

Smart Energy Management

mySigen App/Sigen AI

Smart Meter Compatibility

Shelly 3E series, EcoTracker IR and HomeWizard P1; Sigenergy P1 meter expected in Q4 2026

Why SigenMate Is Ideal for Dutch Homes

Microinverter illustration for integration with an existing solar system

100 % kompatibel

No need to replace your existing microinverter. SigenMate integrates directly with your current solar setup, making it easy to add energy storage without changing your existing equipment.

Balcony solar panels and SigenMate with an illustration of support for up to eight panels

Capture More. Use More.

Up to 4,000 W solar input and 4 independent MPPTs help maximise generation across panels with different orientations or partial shade. Exclusive PV Clipping Detection helps prevent excess solar from going to waste by alerting you to free up battery capacity before reaching the grid export limit.

A person using a smartphone with a visualisation of solar, battery, household and grid energy flows

Smart Energy Management Always On

Sigen AI optimises charging and discharging using electricity prices, weather forecasts and household energy use. If the cloud is temporarily unavailable, core energy management continues locally using your saved strategies.

SigenMate battery stacks illustrating expandable storage from 2.68 to 18.8 kWh

Start Small. Expand Anytime.

Start with 2.68 kWh and add more capacity as your household energy needs grow. The main unit and expansion batteries stack together in a modular design, making the system easy to expand without replacing your existing equipment.

SigenMate supplying backup power to a home office at night

Stay Powered During an Outage

With 0 ms switchover and 1,400 W of off-grid backup power, SigenMate keeps essential devices such as your fridge, router and computer running without interruption when the grid goes down.

Installation in 3 steps

Solar panels mounted on a residential balcony alongside a SigenMate system
01

Mount the Solar Panels

Securely mount the solar panels on a balcony railing, terrace, roof or the ground, depending on the installation location, and firmly tighten all mounting screws.

SigenMate battery assembly, power connection and app setup illustration
02

Connect SigenMate

Connect the solar panels directly to the SigenMate 2700 Ultra. If you already use a third-party microinverter, you can connect your existing system to the SigenMate 2700 Ultra and easily add energy storage. A clear click confirms that the connector is securely locked in place.

A power plug positioned beside a household socket for plug-in connection
03

Plug It In

Simply plug the output cable into a suitable household socket—and you’re ready to go. You can now use the solar power you generate directly in your home.

Finance & Regulations

VAT Benefits for Solar Panels and Home Batteries

Under Dutch tax rules, a 0% VAT rate may apply to qualifying solar panels installed on or near residential properties. Eligibility depends on the product and installation conditions. Home batteries are generally subject to 21% VAT, but eligible owners may be able to reclaim all or part of the VAT on the purchase and installation if the applicable conditions are met.

Subsidies and Local Support

There is currently no general national purchase subsidy for residential solar panels or home batteries in the Netherlands. However, some municipalities offer local subsidies, sustainability loans or other financing options. Check the latest schemes with the RVO and your municipality.

Renting or Living in an Apartment?

Tenants should obtain written permission from their landlord before installing solar panels. If you live in an apartment, approval from the Owners’ Association (VvE) may also be required, particularly when shared areas, the façade or roof are involved.

Always check the applicable rules with your landlord or VvE before installation. As a portable system, SigenMate can be disconnected and taken with you when you move.

Register with Your Grid Operator

Register your solar and storage system with your grid operator before commissioning, using Energieleveren.nl or the registration channel specified by your grid operator.

Have the technical details of your solar panels, inverter and battery ready. Registration requirements and processing times may vary, so check the procedure with your grid operator in advance.

Net Metering Ends in 2027

The Dutch net metering scheme remains in effect until 31 December 2026 and ends by law on 1 January 2027.

After that, exported solar electricity will receive a feed-in compensation instead of being offset against electricity imported from the grid. Storing more of your daytime solar energy for evening use can therefore help you retain more of its value.

FAQ

SigenMate energy storage on a residential balcony with solar panels

Get Ready Before 2027. Save More from Day One.

Add smart storage to your existing solar system—with Plug & Play setup, Sigen AI and 1,400 W backup power.

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