Solar Panels in Chalon-sur-Saône

France · 46.78°N, 4.85°E

3out of 5

Solar Potential

Good

1,214 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

Annual Output

6,069kWh

Net Annual Savings

€973

Payback Period

7.7 yrs

25-Year Net

€22,146

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (24% of 6,069 kWh)1,457 kWh × 0.256 €/kWh
→ Savings from own usage+€373
Injected to grid (76% of production)4,613 kWh × 0.130 €/kWh
→ Feed-in revenue+€600
Net Annual Savings€973
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

245 kWh
366 kWh
568 kWh
644 kWh
653 kWh
684 kWh
716 kWh
672 kWh
608 kWh
438 kWh
263 kWh
212 kWh
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
MonthEnergy (kWh)Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January24557
February36687
March568139
April644162
May653166
June684180
July716191
August672178
September608156
October438108
November26363
December21251
Total6,0691,538

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,414 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

64 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

37° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source
EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates
46.78112°N, 4.85372°E
System Loss
14%
Optimal Inclination
37°
Optimal Azimuth
-2°
Yearly Irradiation
1538 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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