Can a PV plant be built in Luxembourg?

Luxembourg has been one of the few countries in the EU over the years where PV systems are only subsidised if they are on buildings. A PV plant (then without subsidy) can be erected on building land if the mayor grants permission. PV plants in the green zone have never been allowed.

Where can I participate in a photovoltaic project in Luxembourg?

In Luxembourg, there are many energy cooperatives in which you can participate and thus support the construction of new photovoltaic plants. You can find the list of all cooperatives and their projects on , (available in french and german) a website we developed and which is constantly updated.

Where can I find information about electricity suppliers in Luxembourg?

On the website (available in french, german and luxemburgish) of the ILR (Institut luxembourgeois de régulation) you can compare the different products of the suppliers. On the site you can also see the electricity mix of the different Luxembourg suppliers.

How do I choose a renewable electricity supplier in Luxembourg?

In Luxembourg, all household customers are supplied with renewable electricity. For the most part, this is electricity from old depreciated hydroelectric power plants. You should choose a supplier whose product also includes electricity from wind energy and photovoltaics.

How much energy does 1kwp generate in Luxembourg?

Of course, this depends on a number of factors, such as system efficiency, orientation, size of the roof area, shading, etc. Nevertheless, it can be assumed that in Luxembourg 1kWp (1000Wp) of installed power generates 1000kWh of energy per year (1000kWh/a (a for anno)). To install 1kWp of power, you need about 6m² of available space.

Are balcony power plants banned in Luxembourg?

Rumours are circulating that balcony power plants are banned in Luxembourg. This is not true. There is no clear regulation, but the grid operators in Luxembourg accept balcony power plants up to 800W (see this source for further informations).