Solar Panels in Forbach

France · 49.19°N, 6.89°E

2out of 5

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,096 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

5,481kWh

Net Annual Savings

€893

Payback Period

8.4 yrs

25-Year Net

€19,829

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (26% of 5,481 kWh)1,425 kWh × 0.256 €/kWh
→ Savings from own usage+€365
Injected to grid (74% of production)4,056 kWh × 0.130 €/kWh
→ Feed-in revenue+€528
Net Annual Savings€893
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

185 kWh
290 kWh
498 kWh
620 kWh
644 kWh
664 kWh
671 kWh
615 kWh
550 kWh
381 kWh
207 kWh
156 kWh
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
MonthEnergy (kWh)Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January18543
February29068
March498120
April620154
May644162
June664172
July671176
August615160
September550139
October38193
November20750
December15637
Total5,4811,375

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,277 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

58 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

37° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source
EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates
49.18848°N, 6.89255°E
System Loss
14%
Optimal Inclination
37°
Optimal Azimuth
0°
Yearly Irradiation
1375 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price
0.256 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff
0.130 EUR/kWh
Install Cost
1,500 EUR/kWp

Want to compare Forbach with another city?

Use our interactive calculator to compare any European location.

Open Calculator