European solar market 2024-2025: balancing growth, challenges

Markus Hoehner and Rajan Kalsotra, CEO and Senior Consultant at the Bonn-based EUPD Research, discuss the growth trajectory, challenges and opportunities within the EU solar PV

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What is Europe solar PV market based on?

Based on mounting, the Europe Solar PV market is bifurcated into ground mounted and rooftop. The ground mounted segment is anticipated to grow more than 7% CAGR through 2034 due to improvements in technology pertaining to solar panels which increased their efficiency and durability, making system installations more cost effective.

Which sector dominated the European solar PV market in 2024?

However, the utility-scale sector dominated in 2024, capturing 42% of the market – an increase from 36% in 2023 and its strongest performance in the past five years. The European solar PV market is poised for continued growth, but the explosive expansion driven by the energy crisis is now subsided.

How much money is invested in solar PV in the EU?

Until recently, capital investments in solar PV in the EU were on a steady upward trajectory, rising from around 19 billion EUR in 2020 to around 60 billion EUR in 2023 (see Fig. 2). However, the trend shifted significantly in 2024.

Why is the PV market growing in the EU?

The PV market in the European Union (EU) has experienced remarkable growth, driven by the urgent need to transition to renewable energy and enhance energy security. Solar energy has emerged as a cornerstone of EU's strategy to achieve its climate goals and reduce dependence on fossil fuel imports.

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