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How much solar energy did Germany import in 2023?

In 2023, Germany imported nearly €3.6 billion worth of PV systems, primarily solar cells and modules. Compared to the previous year, the value fell by 12.5%, the Federal Statistical Office (Destatis) reported Monday. PV imports continued to decline sharply in the first five months of the year compared to the same period last year.

How many solar modules are made in Germany?

For the first quarter, the Federal Statistical Office reports a drastic decline in modules manufactured in Germany to just under 495,600. From pv magazine Germany In 2023, Germany imported nearly €3.6 billion worth of PV systems, primarily solar cells and modules.

Are solar photovoltaic modules safe in Germany?

In Germany, solar photovoltaic modules are certified according to European Norm (EN) standards. Manufacturers must comply with the ''safety class II'' norms that certify the electrical safety of photovoltaic modules.

How much solar power is installed in Germany?

According to Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems (ISE), approximately 67 GWp of cumulative PV power were installed in Germany by the end of 2020. With the update to Germany’s RES Act in 2023, the PV expansion targets were significantly increased to the cumulative installed PV power of 215 GWp in 2030 and 400 GWp in 2040 (Figure 1).

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