Solar Panels in Valence

France · 44.93°N, 4.91°E

3out of 5

Solar Potential

Good

1,393 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

Annual Output

6,965kWh

Net Annual Savings

€1,108

Payback Period

6.8 yrs

25-Year Net

€26,166

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (23% of 6,965 kWh)1,602 kWh × 0.256 €/kWh
→ Savings from own usage+€410
Injected to grid (77% of production)5,363 kWh × 0.130 €/kWh
→ Feed-in revenue+€698
Net Annual Savings€1,108
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

342 kWh
444 kWh
631 kWh
690 kWh
711 kWh
748 kWh
789 kWh
760 kWh
660 kWh
524 kWh
357 kWh
310 kWh
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
MonthEnergy (kWh)Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January34280
February444106
March631154
April690173
May711182
June748196
July789210
August760201
September660169
October524129
November35785
December31073
Total6,9651,758

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,623 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

74 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

37° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source
EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates
44.9256°N, 4.90956°E
System Loss
14%
Optimal Inclination
37°
Optimal Azimuth
-1°
Yearly Irradiation
1758 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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