Solarcoop’s Solarouteur: Smart Solar Energy Management for Homes

French energy cooperative Solarcoop has launched Solarouteur, an intelligent energy router that automatically redirects surplus solar electricity to water heaters, heat pumps, and other appliances—maximizing self-consumption and slashing energy bills.

How the Solarouteur Works

🔹 Real-Time Monitoring: Tracks solar production, grid imports/exports, and appliance usage
🔹 Smart Surplus Routing: Detects excess solar power and diverts it to:

• Electric water heaters (primary function)

• Heat pumps, AC units, resistive loads (via 0-10V output)
  🔹 Temperature Optimization: Uses a sensor to schedule cost-effective nighttime heating
  🔹 Load-Shedding Safety: Cuts off devices if consumption exceeds set limits

Key Features

✅ Plug-and-Play Installation – No major electrical upgrades needed
✅ Wi-Fi Connectivity – Remote monitoring via smartphone/computer
✅ Future-Proof – Upcoming updates for EV charging & more
✅ Made in France – Supports local green tech

Technical Specs & Pricing

💶 Price: €420 (incl. VAT)
⚡ Max Load: 3,600W (compatible with most water heaters)
📶 Connectivity: Wi-Fi + Local Display
🌍 Availability: France (potential EU expansion)

Why This Matters for Solar Owners

1. Boosts Self-Consumption

• Reduces grid dependence by using excess solar for hot water/heat

• Can cut electricity bills by 10-20% (depending on usage)

2. Simple & Scalable

• No complex wiring – installs near electrical panel or water heater

• Future updates will add heat pump/EV charging control

3. Eco-Friendly & Community-Driven

• Developed by a renewable energy cooperative

• Supports local jobs and manufacturing

Who Should Consider It?

🏡 Homeowners with solar panels (especially those on net metering)
♨️ Households with electric water heaters (biggest immediate savings)
🔌 Early adopters planning to add heat pumps or EVs

The Bottom Line

Solarouteur is a budget-friendly gateway to smarter energy management—helping households waste less solar power and save more money. As Solarcoop rolls out updates, this device could become a central hub for home electrification.

Would you use a solar router like this? Let us know in the comments!

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