Solar Market in Austria
Comprehensive overview of the solar sector, leading regions, incentives, and choosing an installer.
Austria is one of Europe's leading solar markets, ranked #14 in installed photovoltaic capacity at approximately 6 GW. PVFirms currently lists 147+ solar companies operating across Austria, covering residential, commercial, industrial, and utility-scale segments.
Market Size & Growth
Austria has installed approximately 6 GW of solar PV capacity, with annual additions accelerating due to electricity price volatility, EU climate targets, and corporate decarbonization commitments. The installed cost of residential solar typically ranges around €1700 per kW installed (excluding battery storage). Commercial and utility-scale projects benefit from significantly lower per-kW costs at scale.
Austria at a Glance
| Metric | Austria | Europe |
|---|---|---|
| Installed PV capacity | ~6 GW | #14 in Europe |
| Avg. residential cost | €1700/kW | EU range €1,100–2,400/kW |
| Companies listed | 147 | all categories |
| Key incentives | EAG feed-in premiums, Klimaaktiv subsidies | national schemes |
| Top solar regions | Lower Austria, Upper Austria, Styria | — |
Incentives & Support Schemes
- EAG feed-in premiums
- Klimaaktiv subsidies
- OeMAG support
Top Solar Regions in Austria
- Lower Austria
- Upper Austria
- Styria
- Vienna
- Burgenland
Common Use Cases
- Residential rooftops
- Agri-PV
- Commercial PV
- Community solar
How to Choose a Solar Installer in Austria
- Verification status — PVFirms verifies business registration
- Local references — request 2-3 recent projects in your region
- Warranty terms — both product (10-25 years) and workmanship warranties
- After-sales support — monitoring services, maintenance, response times
- Permitting experience — particularly important in dense urban areas
- Insurance coverage — professional liability and product insurance