Solar Panels in Villefontaine

France · 45.61°N, 5.15°E

3out of 5

Solar Potential

Good

1,278 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

Annual Output

6,391kWh

Net Annual Savings

€1,025

Payback Period

7.3 yrs

25-Year Net

€23,718

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (24% of 6,391 kWh)1,534 kWh × 0.256 €/kWh
→ Savings from own usage+€393
Injected to grid (76% of production)4,857 kWh × 0.130 €/kWh
→ Feed-in revenue+€632
Net Annual Savings€1,025
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

279 kWh
390 kWh
586 kWh
653 kWh
668 kWh
708 kWh
751 kWh
709 kWh
614 kWh
467 kWh
306 kWh
261 kWh
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
MonthEnergy (kWh)Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January27966
February39093
March586144
April653164
May668171
June708186
July751200
August709188
September614158
October467116
November30674
December26162
Total6,3911,620

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,489 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

68 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

37° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source
EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates
45.61278°N, 5.15058°E
System Loss
14%
Optimal Inclination
37°
Optimal Azimuth
0°
Yearly Irradiation
1620 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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