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Checked 2026-09-27

☀️ Solar panels in Austria: what do I get for the power I feed in?

The short answer

If you produce more than you use, the surplus goes into the grid. How you are paid for it depends on the national scheme.

📜 The rules in Austria

Solar panels

Surplus solar power can be sold to an electricity supplier under a purchase contract, or to OeMAG, which must buy it at the monthly published market price (minus balancing costs).

Überschusseinspeisung (Abnahmevertrag / OeMAG-Marktpreis)
Official source: oem-ag.at · Checked 2026-09-27

🪜 Step by step

  1. Register your installationGrid operators require new installations to be registered before or right after connection.
  2. Know your schemeSee below how feed-in is paid in Austria.
  3. Compare offersSome suppliers pay more for surplus power than others. Check the conditions.
  4. Use more of your own powerRunning appliances while the sun shines is usually worth more than selling the surplus.

📇 Who to contact

E-Control (Energie-Control Austria)Supervises energy companies and explains your rightsFor information, and to report a company that breaks the rules📞 +43 1 24 7 24-0🔗 www.e-control.at

❓ Questions

Do I need permission?

Small installations usually only need to be registered. Check with the grid operator.

Can the scheme change?

Yes, feed-in rules change regularly. The date we checked is on this page.

Do I pay tax on it?

That depends on the country and the amounts. Check with the tax office.

📎 Sources

Checked: 2026-09-27

🧭 Is this still correct?

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