Solar Panel Calculator Connector for AI agents.
4 live capabilities
Calculate residential solar ROI and system capacity for your home.
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Why people use Solar Panel Calculator
Solar Panel Calculator for Residential Solar ROI Analysis
This Connector changes that by letting you run the numbers instantly. You feed in your usage data and the agent handles the math for the payback period and system size. You get a clear comparison of PPA vs. Purchase costs without the sales fluff.
What Vinkius changes
You get a data-backed solar roadmap instead of a sales pitch.
Use it from Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or another AI client you already have.
One account · 6,100+ Connectors
- Real-world use case 01
Sizing a system for high energy usage
A homeowner wants to know if their 12,000 kWh annual usage justifies a 10kW system.
- Real-world use case 02
Comparing PPA vs. Purchase for rentals
A real estate developer compares the 25-year cost of a PPA vs a purchase for a rental property.
- Real-world use case 03
Quantifying carbon offsets for blogs
A sustainability consultant needs to calculate the carbon offset for a standard residential array.
Complete set · 4capabilities
The complete Solar Panel Calculator capability set.
These are the exact actions your AI can choose when you ask it to work with Solar Panel Calculator.
01—04
4 capabilities in this set.
Part of 4 available through Solar Panel Calculator.
- 01 Capability
Calculate financial returns
Get a detailed breakdown of your 25-year savings and the time it takes to break even. It provides hard numbers on your investment's profitability.
- 02 Capability
Compare financing models
See the difference in long-term costs between buying a system, leasing it, or using a PPA. It helps you find the best financial fit.
- 03 Capability
Estimate environmental impact
See exactly how much carbon you'll offset by switching to solar energy. This quantifies your environmental impact in real terms.
- 04 Capability
Estimate system capacity
Find out how many kilowatts you need based on your actual annual energy consumption. It ensures your system is sized correctly for your home.
Set up in minutes
One URL. Then ask Solar Panel Calculator to work.
Claude and ChatGPT only need the Connector URL. Copy it once, add it in settings, and use Solar Panel Calculator from the conversation.
Choose your client
Live previewAdvanced clients IDE · CLI
Claude · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_BLoRwvBluIbFW2SRsi613Rey4tQlGJo6JYAOvpZq/mcp - Step 01
Open Connectors
In Claude Web or Claude Desktop, open Settings and choose Connectors.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add custom connector, name it Solar Panel Calculator, and paste the URL above.
- Step 03
Turn it on in chat
Select +, open Connectors, and enable Solar Panel Calculator for the conversation.
ChatGPT · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_BLoRwvBluIbFW2SRsi613Rey4tQlGJo6JYAOvpZq/mcp - Step 01
Open MCP settings
On desktop, open Settings and MCP servers. On web, open your workspace app or connector settings.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add server with Streamable HTTP, or create a custom MCP app, then paste the Solar Panel Calculator URL.
- Step 03
Save and start
Save the connection and enable Solar Panel Calculator in your conversation. Desktop may ask you to restart once.
Cursor · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"solar-panel-calculator": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_BLoRwvBluIbFW2SRsi613Rey4tQlGJo6JYAOvpZq/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens
- Step 03
Save the file
Cursor will automatically detect the new Connector
- Step 04
Start using Solar Panel Calculator
Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Solar Panel Calculator, help me...". 4 tools available
VS Code Copilot · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"solar-panel-calculator": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_BLoRwvBluIbFW2SRsi613Rey4tQlGJo6JYAOvpZq/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Create MCP config
Create a .vscode/mcp.json file in your project root
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above
- Step 03
Enable Agent mode
Open GitHub Copilot Chat and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown
- Step 04
Start using Solar Panel Calculator
Ask Copilot: "Using Solar Panel Calculator, help me...". 4 tools available
Windsurf · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"solar-panel-calculator": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_BLoRwvBluIbFW2SRsi613Rey4tQlGJo6JYAOvpZq/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Go to Settings → MCP Configuration or press Cmd+Shift+P and search "MCP"
- Step 02
Add the server
Paste the JSON configuration above into mcp_config.json
- Step 03
Save and reload
Windsurf will detect the new server automatically
- Step 04
Start using Solar Panel Calculator
Open Cascade and ask: "Using Solar Panel Calculator, help me...". 4 tools available
Cline · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"solar-panel-calculator": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_BLoRwvBluIbFW2SRsi613Rey4tQlGJo6JYAOvpZq/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open Cline MCP Settings
Click the Connectors icon in the Cline sidebar panel
- Step 02
Add remote server
Click "Add Connector" and paste the configuration above
- Step 03
Enable the server
Toggle the server switch to ON
- Step 04
Start using Solar Panel Calculator
Ask Cline: "Using Solar Panel Calculator, help me...". 4 tools available
Claude Code · Terminal command
Advanced setup
claude mcp add solar-panel-calculator --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_BLoRwvBluIbFW2SRsi613Rey4tQlGJo6JYAOvpZq/mcp"- Step 01
Install Claude Code
Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
- Step 02
Add the Connector
Run the command above in your terminal
- Step 03
Verify the connection
Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
- Step 04
Start using Solar Panel Calculator
Ask Claude: "Using Solar Panel Calculator, show me...". 4 tools are ready
Where the request belongs
Work Solar Panel Calculator can move forward.
This is for the homeowner who wants to know if going solar is a smart financial move, or the solar sales rep who needs to provide accurate ROI numbers to a lead without doing manual math.
Residential Homeowner
Uses the capability to see if a 10kW system actually pays for itself in under 10 years before signing a contract.
Solar Sales Representative
Runs quick ROI comparisons for clients to show the difference between a PPA and a direct purchase.
Renewable Energy Consultant
Quantifies carbon offsets for clients to include in sustainability reports.
Real Estate Investor
Models the long-term energy savings of a property to determine its value for a green renovation.
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Before you connect
Questions about Solar Panel Calculator.
The practical details behind the request, access and result.
Can the Solar Panel Calculator help me see if solar is worth it for my house?
Yes. It provides a full financial breakdown of your projected savings and payback period, helping you see the actual return on investment rather than just a sales pitch.
How does the Solar Panel Calculator handle different financing options?
It allows you to compare three major models: Purchase, Lease, and PPA. It calculates the long-term costs for each so you can see which one is best for your budget.
Can I use the Solar Panel Calculator to find out my carbon offset?
Yes. It calculates the specific amount of carbon emissions your system will prevent from entering the atmosphere based on its capacity.
Does the Solar Panel Calculator tell me how many kilowatts I need?
It does. By inputting your annual energy usage and local sun data, it determines the precise kilowatt capacity required to cover your needs.
How accurate are the savings estimates from the Solar Panel Calculator?
The estimates are based on the specific variables you provide, such as your utility rate and annual kWh usage, giving you a much more accurate picture than a generic quote.
Can I compare a lease to a purchase using the Solar Panel Calculator?
Yes, that is one of its core functions. It shows you the 25-year cost difference between ownership and leasing models to help you make an informed decision.
How accurate are the solar capacity estimates?
Estimates depend on the accuracy of your input data, such as localPeakSunHours and annualEnergyUsageKwh. The capability uses standard degradation and efficiency loss factors to provide a realistic projection.
Can I compare different financing options?
Yes, the compare_financing_models capability allows you to evaluate the long-term net costs of Purchase, Lease, and PPA (Power Purchase Agreement) models side-by-side.
Does the calculator account for environmental benefits?
Yes, by using estimate_environmental_impact, you can calculate your annual carbon offset in kg and see the equivalent number of trees planted.
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