Is France a good country for rooftop solar?

France remains one of the top performing countries when it comes to the development of Rooftop solar policy and practices, but deliverables still need to be achieved. France's photovoltaic (PV) policies are developed within the National Low Carbon Strategy and the Energy Programme Decree.

Should you install solar panels on your French property?

The installation of solar panels on your French property is a tempting proposition for many owners, but the rewards are long-term, and it is not without risk. Thermal or Photovoltaic Solar Panels? At the outset it is important to define the term ‘solar panel’ as there are two types of panels, which are frequently confused with one another.

Will France support a 3.7gw rooftop solar project?

Image: Tenergie. The European Commission (EC) has given the green light to a French aid scheme that is expected to support the development of 3.7GW of rooftop solar. With a budget of around €5.7 billion (US$6.8 billion), the measure will run until 2026 and be open to operators of PV installations that have a capacity of up to 500kW.

Can solar PV systems be used in France?

Solar PV systems in France have the option to participate in collective self-consumption (CEC) projects and the use of the public grid for energy sharing is allowed.

Are there tax credits for solar panels in France?

Since 1st January 2014 there are no longer any tax credits available for the installation of photovoltaic solar panels Nevertheless, in France, as in many other countries, there are incentives in place for property owners to sell electricity back into the grid at preferential prices.

Are solar panels a good investment in France?

As electricity prices continue to soar in France - up 60% in four years - more people are turning towards solar panel kits, which promise to help users save on energy costs and installation prices. The estimated extra cost of electricity in 2024, compared to 2020, is €540 per household per year.