How much energy do solar panels produce in Le Creusot?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Le Creusot, France produces approximately 6,061 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Le Creusot?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €972 per year (accounting for 24% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 7.7 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Le Creusot?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Le Creusot is 37 degrees facing -3 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Le Creusot

France · 46.81°N, 4.42°E

Solar Potential

Good

1,212 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

Configure system size and battery to see realistic savings

Data last updated: March 2026

System Size

Battery Storage

Annual Output

6,061kWh

Net Annual Savings

€972

Payback Period

7.7 yrs

25-Year Net

€22,107

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (24% of 6,061 kWh)1,455 kWh × 0.256 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€372

Injected to grid (76% of production)4,607 kWh × 0.130 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€599

Net Annual Savings€972

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

258 kWh

359 kWh

556 kWh

628 kWh

652 kWh

677 kWh

713 kWh

666 kWh

598 kWh

448 kWh

275 kWh

230 kWh

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Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	258	60
February	359	85
March	556	135
April	628	157
May	652	165
June	677	177
July	713	189
August	666	175
September	598	153
October	448	110
November	275	66
December	230	55
Total	6,061	1,526

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,412 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

64 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

37° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 46.80714°N, 4.41632°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 37°
Optimal Azimuth: -3°
Yearly Irradiation: 1526 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.256 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.130 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,500 EUR/kWp

€1,556

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