PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1789976
PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1789976
Renewable Energy Market Summary
The global renewable energy market size was estimated at USD 1.51 trillion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 4.86 trillion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 14.9% from 2025 to 2033. The global shift toward low-carbon energy alternatives and increasingly stringent environmental regulations across developed economies experiencing a significant growth of the renewable energy sector.
Over the past few years, the power generation industry is witnessing a steady rise in renewable energy capacity additions, primarily driven by heightened environmental awareness and mounting pressure to curb the effects of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. This has led to a rapid expansion of solar and wind power projects across key markets, solidifying their role as dominant forces in the global energy mix. In the United States, renewable energy growth is underpinned by favorable government policies and an abundant supply of renewable feedstock, particularly biomass. The number of renewable power facilities has continued to climb in response to federal and state-level emission mandates.
The country's power generation landscape is evolving, with natural gas and renewable energy sources progressively taking the place of coal-fired power generation. Furthermore, rising electricity distribution costs, recurring grid disruptions, and government-backed incentives for hydropower deployment are likely to accelerate the adoption of decentralized renewable systems. These developments are poised to drive further market demand in the coming years.
Germany remains one of the most prominent markets for renewable energy in Europe. In recent years, the country has actively invested in alternative energy technologies to reduce its dependence on fossil fuels and enhance national energy security. These investments have been instrumental in accelerating the growth of solar power generation. With the ongoing expansion of the domestic solar industry, Germany is expected to contribute significantly to regional renewable market growth throughout the forecast period.
Solar power is a sustainable and clean energy source, enabling energy independence and reducing reliance on imported fuels. It also offers multiple long-term benefits, such as flood management, clean water supply, irrigation support, and stable, low-cost electricity generation, while being more resilient than many conventional energy systems.
Global Renewable Energy Market Report Segmentation
This report forecasts revenue growth at global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2021 to 2033. For this study, Grand View Research has segmented the global renewable energy market report based on product, application and region: