Segments - Grid Connected Photovoltaic (PV) Systems Market by Technology (Crystalline Silicon, Thin Film, and Others), Component (Solar Panels, Inverters, Grid Connection Equipment, and Power Conditioning Unit), Grid Type (Grid Connected and Off-grid), End-user (Residential, Commercial, Industrial, and Utility-scale), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast 2023 – 2031
The global grid connected photovoltaic (PV) systems market size was USD XX Bn in 2022 and is estimated to reach USD XX Bn by 2031, expanding at a CAGR of XX% during 2023-2031. Rising concerns regarding global warming is expected to accelerate the market.
A grid-connected photovoltaic (PV) system is an electricity-generating system that is connected to the utility grid. It generates electricity through solar panels and with the embedded solar panels, power-controlling units, grid connection devices, AC-DC converters, and inverters. These systems offer excellent efficiency, increased flexibility, and reliability.
The grid-connected PV system has great potential to produce energy with minimal impact on the environment. Its arrangement can range from industrial and commercial rooftop systems, and small residential units to large utility-scale solar power plants. It reduces electricity bills and has low operating and maintenance costs.
The market report finds that the COVID-19 pandemic moderately impacted on the market. A sharp decline in the electricity demand from industrial and commercial sectors, owing to the prolonged shutdown of large-scale industries and the halting of various power-related projects disrupted the overall supply chain of the market. However, the installation of solar PV systems in residential buildings has increased, owing to the rising demand for reliable power, which boosted the market to a certain limit.
Rising acceptance of microgrids is a key trend contributing to the growth of the market. microgrids can generate power from renewable sources and cannot be affected by power outages in the main grid. It has a strong capability of endurance during natural calamities. Thus, it considers more reliable.
Growing awareness regarding clean and renewable energy and the rising deployment of solar panels in residential buildings are major factors boosting the market during the forecast period. A renewable energy source is a positive way to minimize carbon emissions, as it reduces the consumption of fossil fuels in the power station.
Increasing demand from off-grid locations is likely to propel the market in the coming years. Off-grid locations include small villages where access to electricity is impossible through the grid connection, as laying down grid connections in such locations requires high investment. Furthermore, several government policies have encouraged consumers to invest in the generation of clean and renewable energy from rooftop solar PV panels.
High installation and maintenance cost of solar panels is likely to hinder the market during the projected period. PV installation for residential applications requires additional capital investments, which restraints the market to a certain level.
Electrification in rural areas creates immense growth opportunities in the market. 100% electrification through solar photovoltaic (PV) is an excellent solution. Moreover, growing requirement to reduce carbon footprint and reliance on fossil-fuel-based electricity generation are expected to fuel the market.
The market report includes an assessment of the market, trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have also been included in the report.
Attributes |
Details |
Report Title |
Grid Connected Photovoltaic (PV) Systems Market - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast |
Base Year |
2022 |
Historic Data |
2016–2021 |
Forecast Period |
2023–2031 |
Segmentation |
Technology (Crystalline Silicon, Thin Film, and Others), Component (Solar Panels, Inverters, Grid Connection Equipment, and Power Conditioning Unit), Grid Type (Grid Connected and Off-grid), and End-user (Residential, Commercial, Industrial, and Utility-scale) |
Regional Scope |
Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa |
Report Coverage |
Company Share, Market Analysis and Size, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, Market Trends, and Revenue Forecast |
Key Players Covered in the Report |
First Solar; Wuxi Suntech Power Co., Ltd.; SunPower Corporation; Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.; 3GSolar; Bloo Solar Inc.; BP Solar International; Canadian Solar; Jinko Solar; Kaneka Corporation; Kayocera Corporation; Ravano Green Powers; Renesola Co.,Ltd; Schott Solar Ag.; Sharp Corporation; Sharp Corporation; Solar world Ag; TRIENERGY Schweiz AG; Trina solar limited; Yingli Green Energy Holding Co. Ltd.; and Zytech Solar |
On the basis of technology, the grid connected photovoltaic (PV) systems market is categorized as crystalline silicon, thin film, and others. The growth of the crystalline silicon segment is attributed to the ability to produce high power. Crystalline silicon converts light into electricity. Solar cells made from crystalline silicon provides high efficiency, stability, and longer lifespan.
Based on component, the market is divided into solar panels, inverters, grid connection equipment, and power conditioning unit. The solar panels segment is expected to hold a major share of the market during the projection period, due to the increasing need to reduce reliance on fuel-based power station.
Solar panels generate power from sunlight and stored in energy storage device, which can be utilize during emergency. It generates power between 250 to 400 Watts per hour and reduces electricity bills. The segment growth is further attributed to the rising deployment of solar systems in residential buildings and the supportive government subsidies for deploying solar system.
On the basis of grid type, the market is bifurcated into grid connected and off-grid. The grid connected segment is projected to register a robust growth rate during the assessment period, owing to the ability to generates more energy than the load. It does not require battery to store power and can immediately switch to the backup mode. Growing demand for extra power from residential and commercial buildings is likely to boost the segment.
The off-grid segment is estimated to grow at a rapid pace in the coming years, due to the growing requirement to electrify rural areas. The segment growth is further attributed to the rising government initiatives to provide electricity to those areas where access to electricity is not available.
Based on end-user, the market is segregated into residential, commercial, industrial, and utility-scale. The industrial segment is anticipated to generate major revenue share of the during the projection period, due to the growing industrialization at a rapid pace in the developing countries. Industrial machineries require reliable and efficient power for better performance. Thus, the industries from remote areas demand for the deployment of advanced energy systems, which is likely to boost the market.
In terms of region, the global grid connected solar photovoltaic (PV) systems market is classified as Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa. Asia Pacific is anticipated to dominate the market during the forecast period, due to the rising green and clean energy technologies in the region. 100% electrification in rural areas of developing countries and the rising government funding in solar power plants is further fueling the market growth.
The market in North America is projected to expand quickly during the assessment period, owing to the availability of advanced technological infrastructure and the rapid expansion of commercial buildings in the region. The regional market growth is further attributed to the rapid expansion of smart city projects in the region.
The global grid connected solar photovoltaic (PV) systems market has been segmented on the basis of
Key players competing in the global grid connected solar photovoltaic (PV) systems market are First Solar; Wuxi Suntech Power Co., Ltd.; SunPower Corporation; Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.; 3GSolar; Bloo Solar Inc.; BP Solar International; Canadian Solar; Jinko Solar; Kaneka Corporation; Kayocera Corporation; Ravano Green Powers; Renesola Co.,Ltd; Schott Solar Ag.; Sharp Corporation; Sharp Corporation; Solar world Ag; TRIENERGY Schweiz AG; Trina solar limited; Yingli Green Energy Holding Co. Ltd.; and Zytech Solar.
These companies adopted development strategies including acquisition, mergers, collaborations, partnerships, production expansion, and product launches to boost their global presence. For instance,
On September 19, 2022, First Solar and Azure Power Global Limited entered into an agreement. The First Solar announced that it will provides 600 megawatts DC of its advanced and high-performance thin film PV solar modules to Azure Power Global Limited.