Solar panels on rooftops of houses in Paris

Is France a good country for rooftop solar?

France remains one of the top performing countries when it comes to the development of Rooftop solar policy and practices, but deliverables still need to be achieved. France's photovoltaic (PV) policies are developed within the National Low Carbon Strategy and the Energy Programme Decree.

Will the French residential solar PV market stay on a stable path?

Despite the ongoing policy uncertainty, we remain optimistic that the French residential solar PV market will stay on a stable path through to 2030. In our outlook, we project a modest ~5% CAGR for residential solar, driven in part by rising retail electricity prices and the increasing appeal of energy independence.

Does France have a solar PV market?

Historically, the residential solar PV market in France lagged behind neighbouring countries, due to low electricity prices and limited incentives. We estimate that no more than 6% of the addressable market has been tapped – Germany in comparison has reached 24% of market penetration. But momentum is building.

Why is solar PV mandatory in France?

Mandatory solar: Solar PV is mandatory for living roofs for commercial and industrial buildings or covered car parks occupying 500 m2 or more of ground surface. Power to the people: France’s current policy framework is supportive of collective self-consumption and energy communities, with flexible regulations supporting prosumers.