Solar Panels in Carcassonne

France · 43.22°N, 2.35°E

3out of 5

Solar Potential

Good

1,347 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

Configure system size and battery to see realistic savings

Data last updated: March 2026

Annual Output

6,737kWh

Net Annual Savings

€1,080

Payback Period

6.9 yrs

25-Year Net

€25,407

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (24% of 6,737 kWh)1,617 kWh × 0.256 €/kWh
→ Savings from own usage+€414
Injected to grid (76% of production)5,120 kWh × 0.130 €/kWh
→ Feed-in revenue+€666
Net Annual Savings€1,080
Installation cost (5 kWp × 1,500 €/kWp)€7,500

France Solar Policy

Obligation d'Achat: surplus buyback at €0.13/kWh for ≤9kWp. Full sale option at €0.23/kWh. 5.5% VAT for ≤9kWp systems.

Source: CRE tariff schedule Q1 2026, Eurostat H1 2025

The savings estimates shown are for informational purposes only and do not constitute financial advice. Actual savings depend on your specific installation, roof condition, shading, consumption patterns, and future electricity price changes. Feed-in tariffs and regulations change frequently. Always obtain quotes from certified installers and consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions.

Monthly Energy Production

361 kWh
442 kWh
578 kWh
635 kWh
661 kWh
688 kWh
738 kWh
729 kWh
640 kWh
519 kWh
382 kWh
363 kWh
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
MonthEnergy (kWh)Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January36185
February442106
March578142
April635160
May661169
June688180
July738197
August729193
September640165
October519129
November38292
December36386
Total6,7371,703

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,570 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

71 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

37° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source
EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates
43.21649°N, 2.34863°E
System Loss
14%
Optimal Inclination
37°
Optimal Azimuth
3°
Yearly Irradiation
1703 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price
0.256 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff
0.130 EUR/kWh
Install Cost
1,500 EUR/kWp

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