With roof leasing, the PV investor and the homeowner conclude a lease agreement. The lease is concluded between the lessor of the roof area and the photovoltaic company. To secure the PV system in rem, a first-ranking easement is entered in the land register at the local district court. The entry refers to the building itself and not to the homeowner. Thus, if ownership changes, the entry remains in place. The lease is agreed for a period of up to 40 years, sometimes even longer. Given the fixed 20-year feed-in remuneration under the Renewable Energy Sources Act (EEG) for photovoltaic systems, it makes sense to set this period as a minimum term in a lease. However, it is important to note that PV systems generate electricity for a much longer period, which is why the lease should also include provisions beyond the 20 years. In this way, landlords benefit from secure income for many years when leasing out roof space. During the period defined in the lease, the homeowner participates in the profits of the PV investment on a percentage basis.

If you are looking for an investment that is both secure and profitable, buying a solar park is a highly attractive option. Depending on your level of capital, you can participate directly in a ground-mounted system and feed clean energy into the grid. Alternatively, you can invest in a solar park and benefit from the returns of the electricity market. Ground-mounted PV plants are considered a solid and future-oriented asset class. In addition to profits achieved on the power exchange, plants with a capacity of up to 750 kilowatt-peak (kWp) also receive a market premium. While large companies buy entire solar parks, there are also investment opportunities for private individuals with smaller amounts of capital.

Germany in particular offers numerous advantages if you want to invest in a solar park. With a solar park investment, you benefit from a high degree of planning certainty. Germany also offers strong investment security and predictable returns thanks to the state-guaranteed minimum remuneration under the Renewable Energy Sources Act. In addition, sunshine hours in Germany have steadily increased in recent years and are expected to continue rising. This means PV installations in Germany are a reliable and profitable source of renewable energy generation. Buying a solar park also enables an environmentally responsible investment for which you can deduct the entire investment amount for tax purposes.

However, investing in a solar park requires some considerations. In the following section, we will discuss the opportunities and risks associated with buying a solar park and the alternative investment options available to you.

Alternatively, you can invest your money in funds that invest in a solar park. These funds can be purchased through banks or online brokerage platforms. Investors receive profit distributions during the investment phase and hope to recover their capital later through the sale of the assets, although this is associated with the risk of total loss as well as less control and transparency.

Direct investments in a solar park are particularly attractive due to the tax advantages. These include the Investment Deduction Amount (IAB) and related tax refunds, as well as an additional special depreciation and straight-line depreciation.

A solar park is a sustainable, long-term investment that offers a balanced ratio of return and security. This decision benefits not only your wealth but also the environment. Solar parks are a highly economical way to generate returns from less valuable or agricultural land.

Solar parks have minimal environmental impact and generally do not require a change in land use, as they receive temporary planning permission. They can easily coexist with agricultural use while contributing to set-asides and biodiversity. After the operating period, a solar park can be completely and easily removed.

When you invest in a solar park, you are choosing a proven technology that has been successful for many decades and millions of times worldwide. You benefit from state-guaranteed feed-in tariffs, various tax advantages, and one of the most efficient and profitable investment opportunities on today’s capital market.

The cost of solar modules is currently falling continuously, while electricity demand is steadily increasing worldwide. This trend is expected to continue in the coming years. This underscores the promising future of solar parks and photovoltaic systems, both financially and ecologically.

When investing in solar parks, there are many opportunities and risks to consider. Compared with fixed-income investments, however, there is potential for significantly higher returns with comparable security. In addition, solar parks have a long service life, offering investors long-term stability and continuous income. Electricity generation from sunlight is reliable and independent of economic cycles.

Investors can also benefit from tax incentives, especially through depreciation and the Investment Deduction Amount. These measures increase returns when you invest in a solar park.

Selecting a reputable and trustworthy provider is also crucial to ensure that the solar park is operated and maintained professionally.

Finally, a long-term profitability analysis should be conducted to ensure that revenues cover costs and remain sustainable over time.

For direct investments in PV systems, it is also important to take out appropriate insurance to protect against unforeseen events such as natural disasters or technical failures. The contract should be reviewed carefully and all terms clearly defined.