How Europe is paying for its solar boom

The EU has doubled its solar capacity in the last three years. How have subsidies made this possible, what support is still available, and what still needs to happen?

European Solar Incentives Compared: Which Countries Lead in 2025?

In 2023 alone, solar investments surged by nearly 40% across the EU, led by aggressive incentive programs in Germany, the Netherlands, and France—while other regions lagged behind, constrained

EU Solar Energy Strategy

The Solar Energy Strategy is part of the EU''s RepowerEU plan to phase out Russian fossil fuels and accelerate the green transition in response to Russia''s invasion of Ukraine.

Innovative solar energy: Europe''s 2025 roadmap | BUILD UP

The EU has unveiled an ambitious recommendation to accelerate the deployment of innovative solar technologies and smart grids. This strategic initiative aims to cut energy costs, drive

European Solar Charter

The European Solar Charter, signed on 15 April 2024, sets out a series of voluntary actions to be undertaken to support the EU photovoltaic sector.

EUR-Lex — Access to European Union law — choose your language

The EU Solar Energy Strategy outlines a comprehensive vision to swiftly reap the benefits of solar energy, and presents four initiatives to overcome the remaining challenges in the short-term.

EU Solar Strategy Explained

The strategy includes three dimensions: facilitated deployment of solar PV, access to sustainable solar products, and a strengthening of international cooperation in the field of solar energy.

2025 European Photovoltaic Policy Map: Deployment Paths and

Although EU member states share common climate targets, they differ significantly in terms of incentives, grid connection rules, and administrative procedures—resulting in increasingly

How Solar Energy Policies in Europe Are Changing in 2025

Discover the latest solar energy policies in Europe, key incentives, and compliance tips to keep your business ahead in 2025.

Solar energy in buildings

The Commission adopted its EU solar energy strategy in May 2022 and aims to reach at least 700 GW of solar photovoltaic (solar PV) by 2030. The EU had around 406 GW in 2025, but a big effort is still