Global Floating Solar Panels Market, By Product, By End User, By Geography

Global floating solar panels market was valued at US$ 35.1 Mn in the year 2023 and anticipates an expansion at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 29.6% during the forecast period from 2023 to 2030.

Figure 1. Global Floating Solar Panels Market Share (%), By Region, 2023

A floating solar panel is a solar power generation system that floats on the surface of water sucas a lake, reservoir, quarry pond, or estuary. It helps generate solar power without consuming valuable land space and also offers a variety of environmental benefits. Continuously falling solar panel prices and increasing awareness of renewable energy sources are driving the global adoption of floating solar panel systems.

This market is expected to grow significantly in the near future due to supportive regulatory framework and reduced energy costs for floating solar power systems. Floating solar panels are photovoltaic panels that are mounted on floating structures in bodies of water, usually lakes or reservoirs. This new technology offers several important advantages over traditional ground-mounted solar panels.Installing solar panels on water saves valuable land for other uses. Large bodies of water also act as natural heat sinks, helping the panels function efficiently as they cool.

Additionally, the reflective water surface reflects more sunlight to the bottom of the panel, improving performance by approximately 10%. As countries strive to meet renewable energy goals and combat climate change, floating solar energy is gaining interest as a promising complementary approach.

Market Dynamics:

The key drivers contributing to the growth of floating solar panels market are decline in solar module prices, growing focus on reduction of carbon footprint, technological advancements in floating technology, rise in water surface area suitable for floating solar installations, dual usage of water reservoirs, and government incentives and investments. However, higher installation costs as compared to ground mounted systems, lack of standard design methodologies and uncertainty related to performance are some challenges restraining the growth of this market. The development of innovative floating structures, use of lightweight and durable materials and increased investment in research & development is expected to create new revenue opportunities in the coming years.

Key features of the study:

• This report provides in-depth analysis of the global floating solar panels market, and provides market size (US$ Mn) and compound annual growth rate (CAGR %) for the forecast period (2023-2030), considering 2022 as the base year.
• It elucidates potential revenue opportunities across different segments and explains attractive investment proposition matrices for this market .
• This study also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approval, market trends, regional outlook, and competitive strategies adopted by key players .
• It profiles key players in the global floating solar panels market based on the following parameters - company highlights, products portfolio, key highlights, financial performance, and strategies .
• Key companies covered as a part of this study include Ciel & Terre International, Hanwha Group, JA SOLAR Technology Co. Ltd., KYOCERA Corp., LONGi Solar , Trina Solar, Vikram Solar Ltd., Wuxi Suntech Power Co., Ltd., Yellow Tropus Pvt. Ltd., and Yingli Solar.
• Insights from this report would allow marketers and the management authorities of the companies to make informed decisions regarding their future product launches, type up-gradation, market expansion, and marketing tactics .
• Global floating solar panels market report caters to various stakeholders in this industry including investors, suppliers, product manufacturers, distributors, new entrants, and financial analysts .
• Stakeholders would have ease in decision-making through various strategy matrices used in analyzing the global floating solar panels market.

Detailed Segmentation:

Global Floating Solar Panels Market

• By Product
  • Tracking Floating Solar Panels
  • Stationary Floating Solar Panels
• By End Use
  • Agriculturale
  • Commercial
  • Industrial
  • Residential
  • Government
• By Region
  • North America
  • Europe
  • Asia Pacific
  • Latin America
  • Middle East
  • Africa
• Top Companies in the Global Floating Panel Market:
  • Ciel & Terre International
  • Hanwha Group
  • JA SOLAR Technology Co. Ltd.
  • KYOCERA Corp.
  • LONGi Solar
  • Trina Solar
  • Vikram Solar Ltd.
  • Wuxi Suntech Power Co., Ltd.
  • Yellow Tropus Pvt. Ltd.
  • Yingli Solar