Solar panels: how France is trying to revive the sector

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The Samazan solar power plant (Lot-et-Garonne), operated by Reden Solar (shown here in July 2024). French solar panel manufacturers could benefit from a boost with the introduction of 5.5% VAT starting October 1. Carine Caussieu / SUD OUEST/MAXPPP
The 5.5% VAT rate introduced on October 1 for residential solar power will be conditional on carbon content criteria, effectively excluding Chinese panels. The remaining French manufacturers are preparing to make offers, but there is a risk that they will not be able to meet all the demand.
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