Imsil County to Promote Veranda Solar Panel Installation for Every Household

80% Subsidy for 500W Systems

Apply by September 18, Installation Begins in October

Imsil County in North Jeolla Province is set to roll out veranda-type solar power systems that enable households to generate electricity at home. The initiative aims to both reduce electricity costs for residents and expand the everyday use of renewable energy.

Provided by Imsil County Office.

On August 26, Imsil County announced that, in conjunction with North Jeolla Special Self-Governing Province and the Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment's "2026 Residential (Veranda) Solar Power Distribution Project," it will launch a program supporting the installation of "one veranda solar panel per household."

This project involves installing small solar power systems on the verandas of apartments or single-family homes, enabling households to independently generate a portion of their required electricity. As a distributed energy model for each household rather than a large-scale power plant, it is considered a renewable energy project that closely connects with everyday life.

The support is available to owners of single-family and multi-unit homes in Imsil County. Rental apartments and similar properties are excluded. The county plans to select 55 households in total and will cover the cost of installing veranda-type solar power systems with a capacity of 500W.

By combining national and local government subsidies, up to 800,000 won per household will be provided, covering up to 80% of installation costs. Applicants are required to pay the remaining approximately 200,000 won themselves.

Once installed, each system is expected to generate about 52kWh of electricity per month on average. For a household of four, which consumes an average of 423kWh per month, the electricity bill would decrease from 67,710 won to 56,680 won, resulting in a monthly saving of 11,030 won. The expected monthly savings are 11,010 won for a two-person household and around 10,220 won for a single-person household.

Residents who wish to participate must first select a participating company and sign a contract, then submit the application form and required documents to the Economy and Transportation Division of Imsil County Office by September 18. The selected households will have their solar power systems installed between October and December.

Imsil County Mayor Han Deoksu stated, "Home veranda solar power systems are a way for residents to participate in the transition to eco-friendly energy at a relatively low cost," adding, "We will ensure the project proceeds smoothly so that citizens can tangibly feel the benefits of lower electricity bills."

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