Study Warns EEG Subsidy Removal Could Make Small Solar Projects Unprofitable in German Apartments
A recent study by researchers Andreas Fischer and Ralph Henger, in collaboration with the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems (Fraunhofer ISE), has warned that the removal of EEG feed-in subsidy for small solar installations could make small-scale building electricity projects unprofitable in smaller apartment buildings. The findings were reported by Funke media group's newspapers and are part of the Copernicus project Ariadne.
The study, conducted under the Ariadne project, examined the potential impact of the planned EEG shutdown of small solar systems on the feasibility of small residential unit electrical projects. The research team, which included experts from IW Cologne and PIK, found that the loss of subsidies could significantly hinder the profitability of such projects in smaller apartment buildings.
The Fraunhofer ISE, a key player in the solar energy sector, was involved in the study. The institute's expertise in solar energy systems provided valuable insights into the potential consequences of the subsidy removal. The Copernicus project Ariadne, which focuses on the energy transition, facilitated the interdisciplinary collaboration between the researchers.
The study's findings, reported by Funke media group's newspapers, highlight the potential challenges ahead for small-scale solar projects in residential buildings. With the removal of the EEG feed-in subsidy, such projects may struggle to remain profitable, potentially slowing down the transition to renewable energy sources in Germany's urban areas.
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