Germany's New Solar Peaks Law: How It Impacts PV Subsidies and Grid Stability"

        The German Parliament recently approved the "Solarspitzen-Gesetz" (Solar Peaks Law), introducing significant changes to the country's photovoltaic (PV) subsidy framework. This legislation aims to address challenges posed by negative electricity prices and ensure grid stability amidst increasing solar power generation.

Key Provisions of the Solar Peaks Law：

1，Suspension of Feed-in Tariffs (FiT) During Negative Electricity Prices:

-New PV systems exceeding 2 kW will no longer receive FiT during periods when electricity prices are negative.

-To mitigate potential financial impacts, the law introduces a compensation mechanism. The duration of FiT eligibility will be extended by half the number of hours during which negative prices occurred, effectively prolonging the subsidy period.

2, Mandatory Installation of Smart Meters

-Newly installed PV systems are required to install smart meters.

-Until the smart meter is operational, these systems are permitted to feed only 60% of their capacity into the grid.

        The primary objective of the Solar Peaks Law is to prevent grid overloads and stabilize market prices by discouraging excessive solar power feed-in during times of low demand. While the suspension of FiT during negative price periods might raise concerns among PV operators, the compensation mechanism is designed to maintain the overall profitability of solar investments.

       This legislative move reflects Germany's commitment to adapting its renewable energy policies in response to evolving market dynamics and technological advancements.

       https://www.pv-magazine.de/2025/01/31/solarspitzen-gesetz-vom-bundestag-angenommen/?utm_source=chatgpt.com