Solar Incentives in Europe 2026
Every EU country has different solar incentives — feed-in tariffs, installation grants, tax deductions, and net metering policies. Programs have changed significantly since the 2022 energy crisis. This guide covers the current situation country by country.
France
Obligation d'Achat EDF OA (EDF Purchase Obligation Feed-in Tariff): Approximately €0.13 per kWh for all electricity produced by rooftop systems up to 9 kW, guaranteed for 20 years. Rates are set quarterly by the Commission de Régulation de l'Énergie (CRE).
Germany
EEG Einspeisevergütung (Feed-in Tariff): Approximately €0.082 per kWh for systems up to 10 kW, paid for all electricity fed into the grid. The tariff is guaranteed for 20 years from the date of grid connection.
Italy
Superbonus 65% (Tax Deduction for Energy Renovation): 65% deduction from income tax (IRPEF/IRES) on qualifying energy renovation costs including solar PV installation, spread over 10 years. The deduction rate was reduced from 110% (2020–2023) and 70% (2024) to 65% for 2026.
Netherlands
Salderingsregeling (Net Metering — Phase-Out in Progress): Excess solar electricity exported to the grid is offset at full retail rate (1:1 net metering). This scheme runs until December 31, 2027, after which it will be replaced by the terugleversubsidie (export subsidy at lower rates).
Spain
Deducción por Instalación de Sistemas de Energías Renovables (Income Tax Deduction): 15% deduction on income tax (IRPF) for the installation cost of solar PV systems, increasing to 20% when the installation contributes to an Energy Performance Certificate improvement of at least two letters. Maximum base for the deduction is €15,000.
Incentive data last reviewed March 2026. Programs change — always verify with the national energy authority before making purchasing decisions.