Achieving Climate Neutrality: How Luxembourg is Accelerating Solar Energy

The sun is a limitless source of energy that can be harnessed by photovoltaic systems to generate electricity.

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Photovoltaic systems provide a clean and renewable backup power source to the central grid, which can be consumed, stored, or re-introduced into the grid.

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Luxembourg hit a historical peak of solar energy in 2020 due to increased sunlight hours and a rise in photovoltaic surface area.

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The PRIMe House plan has subsidized 1,950 solar installations in Luxembourg, costing EUR 9.6 million, as part of the country's energy policy.

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Luxembourg aims to increase clean energy production to 25% by 2030 and 100% in the future, with strengthened photovoltaic energy promotion aid.

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The bill modifying the revised law of December 23, 2016, expanding the PRIMe House financial aid scheme, was adopted in March 2022.

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The new financial aid program covers new construction, energy-efficient retrofitting of existing homes, and technical installations encouraging the use of renewable energy sources.

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The new PRIMe House scheme has streamlined procedures for obtaining assistance for energy retrofits, with increased incentives for ecological insulation products.

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The adjustments for renewable energy installations are aimed at making alternatives to fossil fuels more accessible and encourage the replacement of fossil-fuel boilers with eco-friendly options.

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