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ID : CBI_3376 | Updated on : | Author : Amit Sati | Category : Energy and Power
Solar Panels Market size is estimated to reach over USD 482.70 Billion by 2032 from a value of USD 207.16 Billion in 2024 and is projected to grow by USD 230.63 Billion in 2025, growing at a CAGR of 11.13% from 2025 to 2032
Solar panels are renewable energy resources that use photovoltaic technology to turn sunlight into electricity in order to facilitate clean electricity production. The solar panel system functions by capturing solar radiation through photovoltaic cells, converting it into direct current electricity, and supplying power through inverters and grid integration systems for end use. The system combines modules, mounting structures, inverters, and monitoring software that enable efficient energy generation, performance tracking, and long-term operational management across rooftops, solar farms, and distributed energy projects to improve energy reliability and cost control.
Further, the key drivers that are contributing to the growth of the solar panels market include the increasing demand for clean energy, favorable government initiatives, and decreasing installation costs. Additionally, solar panel technology has various advantages, including low electricity bills, reduced carbon emissions, low maintenance costs, and a long lifespan. The solar panels market is experiencing steady growth due to these fundamental energy transformation trends.
The rising demand for electricity in the residential and industrial sectors is driving the adoption of solar panel systems to cater to the rising demands for electricity. The fast pace of urbanization and industrialization is putting pressure on the traditional power infrastructure, which is fueling the adoption of solar power as a decentralized source of electricity. Moreover, large commercial and industrial setups are adopting solar power solutions to control their electricity bills in the long run. The solar panels industry is witnessing expansion in response to these demand-side factors.
Thus, the solar panels market is undergoing growth due to the increasing demand for electricity in the residential as well as industrial sectors.
The initial installation cost of solar panels, including the cost of modules, inverters, installation, and grid connection, is hindering the growth of the solar panels market in cost-sensitive markets. The financial constraints faced by residential customers and small businesses are causing delays in project implementation. Furthermore, the costs of installation, approval, and maintenance are adding to the total project cost, which is impacting the return on investment in some areas.
Therefore, the solar panels industry is being constrained by high upfront capital investment requirements.
The increasing integration of battery energy storage systems with solar installations is improving power reliability and addressing intermittency concerns. Storage technologies enable surplus energy utilization during non-sunlight hours, which enhances system efficiency and grid stability. In addition, commercial and utility scale developers are adopting hybrid solar plus storage projects to strengthen energy management capabilities. This integration trend is expanding the practical application scope of solar power across multiple end use segments.
Hence, the expansion of energy storage integration is expected to create additional deployment opportunities for the solar panels industry during the forecast period.
On the basis of technology, the solar panels market is segmented into solar PV and concentrated solar power.
Trends in the Technology:
The solar PV was responsible for the highest revenue share in 2024.
It is anticipated that the concentrated solar (CSP) power will exhibit the highest compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during the forecast period.
On the basis of type, the solar panels market is segmented into thin film and crystalline.
Trends in the type:
The crystalline was responsible for the highest revenue share in 2024.
It is anticipated that the thin film will exhibit the highest compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during the forecast period.
On the basis of grid connectivity, the market is divided into on-grid and off-grid.
Trends in the Grid Connectivity:
On-Grid represented the highest revenue share in 2024.
The off-grid is expected to have the highest compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during the forecast period.

On the basis of end user, the solar panels market is divided into residential, commercial, and industrial.
Trends in the End User:
Industrial accounted for the largest revenue share of 44.7% in the year 2024.
Residential is anticipated to register the fastest CAGR during the forecast period.

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East and Africa, and Latin America are the regions of coverage.

Asia Pacific region was valued at USD 93.22 billion in 2024. Furthermore, it is expected to increase steadily during the forecast period. China accounted for the highest revenue share 30.45%. Market growth is driven by large scale solar capacity installations supported by government renewable energy targets and domestic manufacturing strength. In addition, strong policy frameworks and utility scale project development are supporting regional dominance. Other countries such as India, Japan, and Australia are expected to contribute to regional demand during the forecast period.

North America solar panels market is driven by federal tax incentives, corporate renewable procurement, and large-scale utility solar projects in the US and Canada. Manufacturing investments supported by clean energy legislation are fueling domestic solar panel production capacity expansion.
Europe solar panels market is driven by decarbonization targets, energy diversification strategies, and expansion of rooftop solar installations across Germany, Spain, Italy, and France. Policy-backed renewable auctions and grid integration programs are fueling consistent project pipelines across EU member states.
Latin America solar panels market is driven by strong solar irradiation levels, competitive project economics, and expanding utility-scale projects in Brazil, Chile, and Mexico. Power purchase agreements and auction-based procurement systems are fueling steady solar capacity additions across the region.
Middle East and Africa market is expected to register significant growth during the forecast period. This is due to the increasing investment in utility-scale solar parks and the shift from fossil fuel-based power production. Furthermore, the high solar irradiation level and the support of the government’s renewable energy strategy are also contributing factors to the growth of this market.
The global solar panels market is moderately competitive, with major players producing solar panels and components for solar systems in the domestic as well as international markets. Moreover, players in the solar panels market are also concentrating on capacity enhancement, technological advancements, partnerships, and supply agreements to enhance their market position. Key participants in the market for solar panels include:
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| Study Timeline | 2019-2032 |
| Market Size in 2032 (USD Billion) | USD 482.70 Billion |
| CAGR (2025-2032) | 11.13% |
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The solar panels market size is estimated to reach over USD 482.70 Billion by 2032 from a value of USD 207.16 Billion in 2024 and is projected to grow by USD 230.63 Billion in 2025, growing at a CAGR of 11.13% from 2025 to 2032.
The solar panels report includes specific segmentation details for technology, type, grid connectivity, end user, and regions.
Off-grid solar systems are the fastest growing segment, driven by rising rural electrification programs and increasing demand for decentralized energy solutions.
The key participants in the solar panels marketare JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd. (China), Trina Solar Co., Ltd. (China), LONGi Green Energy Technology Co., Ltd. (China), Canadian Solar Inc. (Canada), JA Solar Technology Co., Ltd. (China), First Solar, Inc. (US), Hanwha Qcells Co., Ltd. (South Korea), Risen Energy Co., Ltd. (China), TCL Zhonghuan Renewable Energy Technology Co., Ltd. (China), Adani Green Energy Limited (India), and others.
The solar panels market is shaped by key trends including expansion of utility scale solar parks, integration of battery energy storage systems, growth in rooftop installations.