Solar photovoltaic capacity in France 2013-2023

Published by Statista Research Department, Apr 7, 2025

In 2023, the solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity in France amounted to over 20 gigawatts. The PV capacity increased steadily over the years, with PV capacity additions of 2.4 gigawatts in 2022.

Total cumulative solar photovoltaic capacity in France from 2013 to 2023 (in megawatts)

CharacteristicCumulated photovoltaic capacity in megawatts
2023 20,541.3
2022 17,341.3
2021 14,810.4
2020 12,022.2
2019 10,575.9
2018 9,466
2017 8,074.6
2016 7,199.6
2015 6,605.1
2014 5,699.1
2013 4,625
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April 2024

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France

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2013 to 2023

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