Solar Panels in Lens

France · 50.43°N, 2.83°E

2out of 5

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,109 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

Annual Output

5,545kWh

Net Annual Savings

€903

Payback Period

8.3 yrs

25-Year Net

€20,146

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (26% of 5,545 kWh)1,442 kWh × 0.256 €/kWh
→ Savings from own usage+€369
Injected to grid (74% of production)4,103 kWh × 0.130 €/kWh
→ Feed-in revenue+€534
Net Annual Savings€903
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

213 kWh
303 kWh
497 kWh
635 kWh
646 kWh
643 kWh
643 kWh
590 kWh
534 kWh
401 kWh
249 kWh
192 kWh
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
MonthEnergy (kWh)Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January21349
February30371
March497119
April635157
May646162
June643164
July643166
August590151
September534134
October40197
November24959
December19245
Total5,5451,376

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,292 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

59 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

39° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source
EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates
50.43302°N, 2.82791°E
System Loss
14%
Optimal Inclination
39°
Optimal Azimuth
-2°
Yearly Irradiation
1376 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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