Belgium is experiencing a significant surge in solar energy projects, with new initiatives poised to reshape the country’s renewable energy landscape by 2025. As the nation transitions away from nuclear power, solar has become a cornerstone of its strategy to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. According to the Belgium Solar Panel Manufacturing | Market Insights Report at PVKnowhow, this success stems from a collective commitment among authorities to global renewable energy goals.
Major Solar Projects Underway in Belgium
Belgium is currently developing its largest solar park, the Ecopolis Solar Park, which will cover 115 hectares and house 250,000 solar panels. Located in the town of Beringen, the project is expected to generate 220,000 MWh of electricity annually—enough to power 55,000 households. The project is being developed by Ecopower and BEE with a total investment of 150 million euros.
Beyond the Ecopolis Solar Park, Belgium is also constructing solar parks on artificial islands in the North Sea. These projects, including the Princess Elisabeth Island, are expected to generate up to 200 MW of solar power by 2025. The islands will also serve as hubs for offshore wind farms, which will further boost Belgium’s renewable energy capacity.
Government Support for Solar Expansion in Belgium
The Belgian government has announced a new support scheme for solar power, offering subsidies of up to 1 billion euros over the next three years. This initiative is designed to accelerate solar project deployment and enhance grid infrastructure to accommodate the rising share of renewables in the energy mix.
Belgium is also working on a new feed-in tariff scheme for solar power that will guarantee a fixed price for electricity generated from solar projects. This policy is expected to attract more investment in the solar sector and provide long-term stability for developers.
Solar Energy’s Role in Belgium’s Renewable Energy Transition
Solar energy is central to Belgium’s transition towards a low-carbon future. According to the Belgian Energy Regulator (CREG), solar power accounted for 15% of the country’s total electricity generation in 2023, up from just 12% in 2021. The government aims to increase this share to 25% by 2025 and 40% by 2030. While the EU overall is projected to see a slowdown in solar capacity growth by 2025, as noted in EU solar decline: Shocking 2025 Dip Predicted for EU Solar on PVKnowhow, Belgium’s specific initiatives suggest its expansion will continue.
Belgium’s solar growth stems from a combination of favorable policies, technological advancements, and decreasing costs. As the country continues to phase out nuclear power, solar is expected to become a dominant source of electricity, proving vital for meeting its carbon reduction goals. The EU solar market is experiencing remarkable growth, and the EU Solar Market Outlook 2025 predicts continued expansion, with annual additions potentially reaching 83 GW by 2028 (EU solar market growth: Stunning 2025 Outlook on PVKnowhow), a trend that supports Belgium’s own solar ambitions.
With its ongoing solar projects and supportive policies, Belgium is creating an ideal environment for renewable energy development. As the country moves towards its 2025 targets, solar energy is set to be a key player in shaping Belgium’s energy future and achieving its climate objectives.
