Solar Panels in Firminy
France · 45.39°N, 4.29°E
Solar Potential
1,193 kWh per kWp installed capacity
Your Solar Savings Estimate
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Annual Output
5,966kWh
Net Annual Savings
€964
Payback Period
7.8 yrs
25-Year Net
€21,945
Savings Breakdown
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
| Month | Energy (kWh) | Irradiation (kWh/m²) |
|---|---|---|
| January | 249 | 59 |
| February | 354 | 84 |
| March | 524 | 127 |
| April | 596 | 148 |
| May | 621 | 156 |
| June | 665 | 172 |
| July | 717 | 189 |
| August | 677 | 177 |
| September | 571 | 146 |
| October | 444 | 109 |
| November | 291 | 69 |
| December | 258 | 61 |
| Total | 5,966 | 1,497 |
Environmental Impact
CO2 Saved Per Year
1,390 kg
Equivalent Trees Planted
63 trees
Optimal Panel Angle
36° tilt
Technical Details
- Data Source
- EU PVGIS v5.3
- Coordinates
- 45.38956°N, 4.2886°E
- System Loss
- 14%
- Optimal Inclination
- 36°
- Optimal Azimuth
- -1°
- Yearly Irradiation
- 1497 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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