Solar Panels in Castres

France · 43.61°N, 2.24°E

3out of 5

Solar Potential

Good

1,284 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

Annual Output

6,418kWh

Net Annual Savings

€1,029

Payback Period

7.3 yrs

25-Year Net

€23,848

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (24% of 6,418 kWh)1,540 kWh × 0.256 €/kWh
→ Savings from own usage+€394
Injected to grid (76% of production)4,877 kWh × 0.130 €/kWh
→ Feed-in revenue+€635
Net Annual Savings€1,029
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

315 kWh
415 kWh
553 kWh
608 kWh
629 kWh
660 kWh
712 kWh
710 kWh
632 kWh
516 kWh
349 kWh
319 kWh
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
MonthEnergy (kWh)Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January31575
February415100
March553136
April608153
May629161
June660173
July712190
August710188
September632163
October516128
November34984
December31976
Total6,4181,625

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,495 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

68 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

36° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source
EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates
43.60527°N, 2.24088°E
System Loss
14%
Optimal Inclination
36°
Optimal Azimuth
2°
Yearly Irradiation
1625 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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