Why should you install solar panels in Belgium?

With enough solar panels, you will be significantly less dependent on your energy provider and are able to use completely green electricity. Solar panels can also help you with lowering your energy bills. There are two different types of solar panels in Belgium you can install: What Are Solar Thermal Panels?

How much do solar panels cost?

The price of solar panels has dropped significantly in recent years. In addition, you can receive a subsidy from the government for photovoltaic panels. The average solar panel price is around €1.26 per watt peak (Wp), although the exact price depends on a number of criteria:

Where can I install solar panels in Belgium?

For the installation of solar panels on the ground, on a protected building or in other regulated cases, you will have to contact your municipality. There are several companies active in Belgium that install solar panels.

Can solar panels be installed in Brussels?

In Brussels additional regulations are added: the solar panels can not be visible from a public space and they do not protrude more than 30cm off the roof. For the installation of solar panels on the ground, on a protected building or in other regulated cases, you will have to contact your municipality.

How much do solar panels cost in Flanders?

The cost of solar panels has decreased in recent years, making them more accessible. Currently, a 5,000 Wp installation costs around €6,000 including VAT. Government subsidies for solar panel installations are gradually phasing out. In Flanders, the maximum subsidy for 2024 is €375, down from €750.

Do you need a permit to install solar panels in Brussels?

While Flanders and Wallonia generally don't require permits, Brussels has additional visibility and protrusion regulations. Ground-mounted installations or those on protected buildings may need municipal approval. Inverters are crucial for converting solar-generated direct current to usable alternating current.