Hungary continues to strongly support the adoption of solar energy in 2025, building upon successful past initiatives. The focus remains on both residential and industrial sectors, with new regulations encouraging broader participation.
Hungary’s Key Solar Support Policies in 2025
Residential Support (Napenergia Plusz Program): Although the application period for the popular Napenergia Plusz subsidy scheme closed on January 15, 2025, its impact continues. This program offered grants covering up to two-thirds of installation costs, with a maximum of 5 million HUF (approx. 34,000 USD) per household for solar panels and battery storage systems. The systems typically supported included PV inverters (4-5 kW) and storage units (7.5-10 kWh).
New Rules for Apartment Buildings: A significant change in 2025 is the allowance for apartment owners to form energy communities. With consent from at least two owners, they can jointly install shared rooftop solar systems, share the benefits and costs, and receive proportional refunds on system usage fees. This opens up solar energy to a much wider urban population.
Grid Connection Requirements: Since July 1, 2025, only solar power projects equipped with grid-feed inverters are approved for grid connection. This new rule helps balance supply and demand and provides better data on rooftop solar generation.
Industrial and Storage Support: Hungary is actively promoting energy storage to manage grid challenges from solar’s intermittent nature. While large-scale industrial storage programs were launched earlier (aiming for 400 MW by 2026), the focus remains on integrating storage with solar.
EU Funding Support: Hungary is utilizing EU funds, including a €2.36 billion approval under the REPowerEU plan, to support its renewable energy strategy, which includes solar panel manufacturing and deployment. This funding is available until the end of 2025.
Why Choose Longi BC Modules for Your Hungarian Solar Project?
When investing in a solar system, especially under schemes that may prioritize efficiency and self-consumption, the choice of modules is crucial. Longi’s Back Contact (BC) technology represents a significant leap forward in solar panel performance.
Superior Efficiency and Power: Longi’s BC modules, like the Hi-MO 9 series, boast record-high conversion efficiencies (over 26% for modules) and power outputs exceeding 700W. This means you generate more electricity from the same roof area, maximizing your energy savings and return on investment—a key advantage under any policy.
Excellent Performance in Real-World Conditions: Independent empirical data from harsh desert environments shows that BC technology outperforms conventional TOPCon modules. Specifically, BC modules demonstrated a 2.45% higher power generation per kW installed and a 9.05% higher yield per unit area. They also show more stable performance during weak light conditions, such as cloudy or rainy days, ensuring reliable energy production throughout the year in Hungary’s climate.
High Reliability and Quality: Longi’s BC products are known for their high manufacturing quality and reliability, which can lead to lower long-term maintenance costs and a longer system lifespan.
Navigating the Hungarian Solar Market in 2025
While the direct application period for major residential subsidies is closed for now, the Hungarian solar market remains dynamic. The government’s focus is shifting towards managing grid integration and encouraging self-consumption rather than simply expanding capacity.
Staying informed about potential new funding windows or adjustments to existing policies is essential. For the latest official information, always refer to the Hungarian Ministry of Energy website.
Choosing a high-efficiency, high-yield module like Longi’s BC technology is a strategic decision. It ensures your solar investment is future-proof, maximizing energy self-sufficiency and financial returns under Hungary’s evolving energy landscape.
Disclaimer: This document is for informational purposes only. Solar subsidy policies can change. Always confirm the latest details, eligibility criteria, and application procedures with official Hungarian government sources or authorized distributors before making any investment decisions.