Solar power in France
France is aiming to increase its solar PV capacity from 11.5 GW in March 2021 to 23 GW by the end of 2023. The country offers feed-in tariffs for small-scale solar PV up to 100 kWp on
Solar power generation in France
This graph provides an annual and monthly overview of solar power generation in France. The evolution of solar photovoltaic generation is an important parameter in the energy transition, as
National Survey Report of PV Power Applications
In 2024, France set a new benchmark for PV deployment, installing over 6 GW of new PV capacity. This marks the strongest year on record for PV
Solar photovoltaic energy in France
In 2023, the PV energy capacity in France amounted to approximately 20.5 gigawatts, making France the fifth European country
France flexes clean power clout as nuclear and solar output climb
The rise in clean energy supplies came despite year-over-year drops in wind and hydro power production, which were offset by record solar generation and the highest nuclear
Solar power in France
France is aiming to increase its solar PV capacity from 11.5 GW in March 2021 to 23 GW by the end of 2023. The country offers feed-in tariffs for small-scale solar PV up to 100 kWp on rooftops for self-consumption, with a specific grid tariff for collective users and exemption from the domestic tax on electricity for projects under 1 MW. However, a proposal to reduce solar PV subsidies for ongoing projects until 2030 has created controversy, affecting the sector''s growth
France''s Solar Energy Potential Leading the Renewable Shift
France''s solar capacity reached 20 GW by 2024, boosted by projects like the 300 MW Cestas Solar Park and a surge in rooftop installations. Aiming for 35 GW by 2028 under the Multi
Solar photovoltaic energy in France
In 2023, the PV energy capacity in France amounted to approximately 20.5 gigawatts, making France the fifth European country for cumulative PV capacity that year.
National Survey Report of PV Power Applications in France 2024
In 2024, France set a new benchmark for PV deployment, installing over 6 GW of new PV capacity. This marks the strongest year on record for PV in France, underscoring the country''s
France
94% of France''s electricity was generated from low-carbon sources in 2024, above the global average of 41%. It was the 10th largest country by electricity demand.
France moves toward PV self-consumption amid feed-in tariff cuts
Lower payments for PV energy fed into the grid are pushing PV system owners in France to use more of their own solar power.
France solar power: Impressive 4.2 GW Added in 2025
The continued growth in France''s solar capacity highlights the nation''s firm commitment to its renewable energy targets. With a substantial pipeline of projects and
France reaches 20 GW of photovoltaics (PV)
France reaches milestone with 20 GW of solar PV capacity in 2023, demonstrating its commitment to renewable energy. Regional contributions and future perspectives are