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Does France have a solar energy sector?

The exponential growth of the solar photovoltaic energy sector in France has never stopped since its inception in the early 2000s. In 2023, the PV energy capacity in France amounted to approximately 20.5 gigawatts, making France the fifth European country for cumulative PV capacity that year.

How much photovoltaic capacity does France have in 2024?

According to the data and statistical studies of the Ministry of Ecological Transition, installed photovoltaic capacity in France at the end of the third quarter of 2024 stood at 22.9 GW, i.e. 0.6 GW more than would be predicted by a linear deployment of new installations between December 2023 and December 2028.

How has the energy sector changed in France?

Energy communities are being promoted, with legislation simplification and encouragement for the growth of citizen energy initiatives. Overall there has been significant growth in PV capacity within France, with around 2,229 MW added to the grid between January-September 2023, reaching a cumulative capacity of 19.0 GW of installed PV capacity.

What are France's photovoltaic policies?

France's photovoltaic (PV) policies are developed within the National Low Carbon Strategy and the Energy Programme Decree. The current Energy Programme Decree aims for 20 GW of PV capacity by 2023, rising to 35-44 GW by 2028.

How many solar panels are installed in France in 2023?

Total Installed Capacity: In 2023, France installed 4.0 GW of new PV capacity, bringing the cumulative total to 24.6 GW. This includes 2.5 GW of decentralized PV and 1.45 GW of centralized PV.

How much solar power will France have in 2022?

France installed solar PV capacity at the end of 2022 sat at 15.7GW, of which 2.6GW was added during last year and accounted for more than half of the total renewable capacity added in 2022, which reached over 5GW. Among other updated target is France’s plan to add between 5.5-7GW of solar capacity per year.