Solar Panels in Lyon

France · 45.76°N, 4.84°E

3out of 5

Solar Potential

Good

1,290 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

Annual Output

6,448kWh

Net Annual Savings

€1,034

Payback Period

7.3 yrs

25-Year Net

€23,998

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (24% of 6,448 kWh)1,548 kWh × 0.256 €/kWh
→ Savings from own usage+€396
Injected to grid (76% of production)4,901 kWh × 0.130 €/kWh
→ Feed-in revenue+€638
Net Annual Savings€1,034
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

298 kWh
408 kWh
592 kWh
655 kWh
669 kWh
694 kWh
735 kWh
700 kWh
628 kWh
484 kWh
318 kWh
267 kWh
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
MonthEnergy (kWh)Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January29870
February40897
March592145
April655165
May669171
June694183
July735196
August700186
September628162
October484120
November31876
December26763
Total6,4481,633

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,502 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

68 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

37° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source
EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates
45.76°N, 4.84°E
System Loss
14%
Optimal Inclination
37°
Optimal Azimuth
-1°
Yearly Irradiation
1633 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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