Photovoltaics are strengthening their presence in the French energy system, with installed capacity reaching 34 GW at the end of June 2026.
In the first six months of the year, France added 3 GW of new photovoltaic capacity, confirming a sustained pace of development. The growth in installations is also reflected in electricity generation: in the second quarter, solar produced 14.1 TWh, 18% more than in the same period of the previous year.
The expansion of photovoltaics therefore concerns not only the number of installations, but also their tangible contribution to national energy demand. During the quarter considered, solar generation fed into the grid accounted for 8.6% of electricity consumption in metropolitan France, excluding self-consumed energy.
This evolution highlights the importance of continuing to develop systems capable of making the most of different surfaces and contexts, from building rooftops to larger-scale installations. Along this path, Peimar contributes with a range of photovoltaic modules designed to meet different project requirements, supporting the spread of solar generation in a European market increasingly focused on renewable energy.
