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Solar Panels in Netherlands

Net metering maintained + 0% VAT on panels

980
kWh/m²/year
Average solar irradiance
32
municipalities
covered by our installers
€0.34
/kWh
average electricity price

Why install solar panels in Netherlands in 2026?

Netherlands benefits from an average solar irradiance of 980 kWh/m2/year, making solar investment profitable within a few years.

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Favorable solar irradiance

The Netherlands receives 980 kWh/m²/year of solar irradiance. Despite its maritime climate, the country leads Europe in solar panel density per capita. The typical Dutch flat rooftops offer excellent installation surfaces and long summer days more than compensate for winters.

Rising electricity prices

The average electricity price in Netherlands is €0.34/kWh in 2026, rising steadily for 5 years. Producing your own electricity protects you from these increases and reduces your grid dependency. Every kWh produced is a kWh you don't pay for.

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Energy independence

By installing solar panels, you produce up to 70% of your annual consumption. With a home battery, self-consumption can reach 90%. You reduce your exposure to market fluctuations and contribute to Netherlands's energy security.

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Environmental impact

A standard 4,000 kWh/year installation avoids approximately 1.4 tonnes of CO2 per year in Netherlands. Over 25 years, that's the equivalent of planting more than 1400 trees. Every installed panel contributes to national and European climate goals.

Solar Subsidies and Incentives in Netherlands (2026)

Net metering maintained + 0% VAT on panels

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Salderingsregeling

  • Net metering (feed back to grid) maintained until 2027
  • Every kWh fed back offsets a kWh consumed
  • Gradual phase-out with transition arrangement
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0% VAT on solar panels

  • 0% VAT on purchase and installation for homes
  • Savings of approx. €1,500-2,500 on average installation
  • Valid until at least end of 2026
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SDE++ for businesses

  • Subsidy for large installations (> 15 kWp)
  • Operating subsidy for 15 years
  • Energy investment deduction (EIA) 45.5%

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32 municipalities in Netherlands

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They trust us

“With net metering and 0% VAT, my installation paid for itself in just 4 years. SolarBenelux made it easy to compare offers.”

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Jan de V.
Utrecht, Netherlands

“As an apartment owner, I didn't think solar was possible for me. SolarBenelux connected me with a specialist installer. Result: 14 panels on our collective flat roof.”

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Sophie B.
Amsterdam, Netherlands

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