How Big is the PV Market | Insights, Growth & Analysis 2031

Code: MTA9130 Publication Date: Sep 2025

How Big is the PV Market?

According to 6Wresearch internal database and industry insights, the PV Market was estimated at USD 152 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 275 billion by 2031, expanding at a CAGR of 8.7% during the forecast period 2025-2031.

There are numbers of factors which are contributing in the expansion of the market include increasing solar power installations, rising adoption of rooftop and utility-scale PV systems, and continuous technological advancements in photovoltaic materials, supportive government policies and declining solar panel costs.

Key Growth Drivers of the PV Market

  • Increasing expenditures on infrastructure for renewable energy
  • Policies and incentives that encourage the use of solar energy
  • Growing knowledge of clean and sustainable energy options
  • Growing use of utility-scale, commercial, and residential solar systems
  • Developments in high-efficiency photovoltaic modules

PV Market Trends

PV Market is witnessing major growth with notable trends such as the deployment of bifacial and PERC solar modules for higher efficiency. Integration of photovoltaic systems with energy storage and smart grid technologies is increasing.  The expansion of rooftop solar projects in cities is speeding up market adoption.  Additionally, the use of AI-based performance optimization and advanced monitoring is increasing.  There is an increasing emphasis on flexible, lightweight, and building-integrated PV solutions. Demand for hybrid solar systems combining PV and thermal energy is rising. Advancements in thin-film and multi-junction technologies are creating new opportunities in the market.

Emerging Developments in the PV Market

PV Market is evolving with advancements in high-efficiency PV modules, smart inverters, and energy storage integration. The market is seeing research and development in tandem solar cells and perovskites.  Technology companies and solar manufacturers are increasingly working together.  Large utility PV plants with automated monitoring systems are still being developed.  Bifacial and multi-layer PV modules are becoming more popular. The market is expanding as a result of the expansion of off-grid solar solutions in isolated areas. Increasing investments in floating PV projects are emerging. Focus on reducing operational costs and improving energy yield is accelerating market expansion.

List of Leading Companies in the PV Market

Some of the leading companies include:

  • First Solar, Inc.
  • Canadian Solar Inc.
  • Trina Solar Limited
  • JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd.
  • LONGi Green Energy Technology Co., Ltd.
  • JA Solar Technology Co., Ltd.
  • SunPower Corporation

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