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Is Germany still a leader in photovoltaics & residential storage systems?

In a country-by-country comparison, Germany is still the European leader for both photovoltaics and residential storage systems. Installation figures for 2020 indicate that the German market accounts for around 70% of the total installed capacity in the European residential storage system market, making it a force that cannot be overlooked.

How much does solar energy cost in Germany?

According to a recent study by the industry association SolarPower Europe, the best solar and storage installations in Germany reach electricity generation costs of as little as 12.2 eurocents per kilowatt hour today. Electricity from the grid costs private households in Germany around three times as much.

Which country has the most residential storage systems in Europe?

Lagging behind Germany by a considerable margin, the other four countries making up the top 5 of the European residential storage system market are Italy, Great Britain, Austria and Switzerland. Together, these five countries are home to 93% of all European residential storage systems.

Why are photovoltaic systems growing?

The growing installed capacity of photovoltaic installations is considered one important driving factor behind this trend. Systems ranging from 10 to 15 kW as well as from 15 to 20 kW in particular have seen a steep increase since the EEG amendment in early 2021, with the number of installed storage systems growing in parallel.

What is the European market outlook for residential battery storage 2021–2025?

SolarPower Europe’s European Market Outlook for Residential Battery Storage 2021–2025 provides answers to this question. According to the study, newly installed capacity from storage systems in private households rose by 44% in 2020 compared to the previous year.

Where will solar panels be installed in Romania?

Romania’s Ministry of Energy has given the green light to a 1.5 GW solar panel factory to be built in the northeastern part of the country. Hungary has decided to allow apartment owners to jointly install solar panels and will only permit solar plants equipped with grid-connected inverters from July 2025.