PUBLISHER: BIS Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1479771
PUBLISHER: BIS Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1479771
Solar Panel Recycling Market - A Global and Regional Analysis: Focus on Type, Process, Material, Shelf life and Region - Analysis and Forecast, 2024-2034
Introduction to Solar Panel Recycling Market
The solar panel recycling market has emerged as a crucial component of the renewable energy ecosystem, driven by the rapid proliferation of solar energy installations worldwide. With solar power playing an increasingly significant role in the global energy transition, the management of end-of-life solar panels has become a pressing concern. This introduction will explore the dynamics of the solar panel recycling market, highlighting its importance, current trends, challenges, and future opportunities. In an optimistic forecast, the market, valued at $404.3 million in 2024, is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 16.50%, reaching $1,862.2 million by 2034.
| KEY MARKET STATISTICS | |
|---|---|
| Forecast Period | 2024 - 2034 |
| 2024 Evaluation | $404.3 Million |
| 2034 Forecast | $1,862.2 Million |
| CAGR | 16.5% |
In recent years, solar energy has experienced exponential growth, fueled by declining costs, technological advancements, and increasing environmental awareness. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), global solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity exceeded 700 gigawatts (GW) in 2021, with projections indicating continued expansion in the coming years. This surge in solar installations translates to a substantial influx of end-of-life solar panels that require proper disposal or recycling.
Governments around the world are implementing policies and regulations to promote renewable energy deployment and address waste management challenges. Many jurisdictions have introduced Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) schemes or product stewardship programs that mandate producers to take responsibility for the disposal and recycling of their products, including solar panels. Additionally, some regions have established targets for the recycling or reuse of solar panel components, driving market growth and innovation in recycling technologies.
In conclusion, the solar panel recycling market is poised for significant growth and transformation as the adoption of solar energy continues to soar. While challenges such as lack of standardized recycling processes and regulatory inconsistencies persist, technological innovations and policy interventions are driving progress in the industry. By embracing recycling as an integral part of the solar energy lifecycle, stakeholders can promote sustainability, resource efficiency, and circular economy principles.
Market Segmentation
Segmentation 1: by Type
- Monocrystalline
- Polycrystalline
- Thin Film
- Others
Segmentation 2: by Process
- Thermal
- Chemical
- Mechanical
- Laser
- Combination
- Others
Segmentation 3: by Material
- Silicon
- Metal
- Plastic
- Glass
- Others
Segmentation 4: by Shelf Life
- Early Loss
- Normal Loss
Segmentation 5: by Region
- North America
- Europe
- Asia-Pacific
- Rest-of-the-World
How can this report add value to an organization?
Product/Innovation Strategy: The global solar panel recycling market has been extensively segmented based on various categories, such as process, type, material, and shelf life. This can help readers get a clear overview of which segments account for the largest share and which ones are well-positioned to grow in the coming years.
Competitive Strategy: A detailed competitive benchmarking of the players operating in the global solar panel recycling market has been done to help the reader understand how players stack against each other, presenting a clear market landscape. Additionally, comprehensive competitive strategies such as partnerships, agreements, and collaborations will aid the reader in understanding the untapped revenue pockets in the market.
Key Market Players and Competition Synopsis
The companies that are profiled have been selected based on inputs gathered from primary experts and analysing company coverage, product portfolio, and market penetration.
Some of the prominent companies in this market are:
- First Solar, Inc.
- Sharp Corporation
- Trina Solar
- We Recycle Solar
- Reiling GmbH & Co. KG
- Yingli Energy Co. Ltd
Key Questions Answered in this Report:
- What are the main factors driving the demand for solar panel recycling market?
- What are the major patents filed by the companies active in the solar panel recycling market?
- Who are the key players in the solar panel recycling market, and what are their respective market shares?
- What partnerships or collaborations are prominent among stakeholders in the solar panel recycling market?
- What are the strategies adopted by the key companies to gain a competitive edge in solar panel recycling market?
- What is the futuristic outlook for the solar panel recycling market in terms of growth potential?
- What is the current estimation of the solar panel recycling market and what growth trajectory is projected from 2024 to 2034?
- Which regions demonstrate the highest adoption rates for solar panel recycling market, and what factors contribute to their leadership?
Table of Contents
Executive Summary
Scope and Definition
Market/Product Definition
Key Questions Answered
Analysis and Forecast Note
1. Markets: Industry Outlook
- 1.1 Trends: Current and Future Impact Assessment
- 1.2 Supply Chain Overview
- 1.2.1 Value Chain Analysis
- 1.2.2 Pricing Forecast
- 1.3 R&D Review
- 1.3.1 Patent Filing Trend by Country, by Company
- 1.4 Regulatory Landscape
- 1.5 Stakeholder Analysis
- 1.5.1 Use Case
- 1.5.2 End User and Buying Criteria
- 1.6 Impact Analysis for Key Global Events
- 1.7 Market Dynamics Overview
- 1.7.1 Market Drivers
- 1.7.2 Market Restraints
- 1.7.3 Market Opportunities
2. Solar Panel Recycling Market (by Product)
- 2.1 Product Segmentation
- 2.2 Product Summary
- 2.3 Solar Panel Recycling Market (by Type)
- 2.3.1 Monocrystalline
- 2.3.2 Polycrystalline
- 2.3.3 Thin Film
- 2.3.4 Others
- 2.4 Solar Panel Recycling Market (by Process)
- 2.4.1 Thermal
- 2.4.2 Chemical
- 2.4.3 Mechanical
- 2.4.4 Laser
- 2.4.5 Combination
- 2.4.6 Others
- 2.5 Solar Panel Recycling Market (by Material)
- 2.5.1 Silicon
- 2.5.2 Metal
- 2.5.3 Plastic
- 2.5.4 Glass
- 2.5.5 Others
- 2.6 Solar Panel Recycling Market (by Shelf life)
- 2.6.1 Early Loss
- 2.6.2 Normal Loss
3. Solar Panel Recycling Market (by Region)
- 3.1 Solar Panel Recycling Market (by Region)
- 3.2 North America
- 3.2.1 Regional Overview
- 3.2.2 Driving Factors for Market Growth
- 3.2.3 Factors Challenging the Market
- 3.2.4 Application
- 3.2.5 Product
- 3.2.6 U.S.
- 3.2.6.1 Market by Application
- 3.2.6.2 Market by Product
- 3.2.7 Canada
- 3.2.7.1 Market by Application
- 3.2.7.2 Market by Product
- 3.2.8 Mexico
- 3.2.8.1 Market by Application
- 3.2.8.2 Market by Product
- 3.3 Europe
- 3.3.1 Regional Overview
- 3.3.2 Driving Factors for Market Growth
- 3.3.3 Factors Challenging the Market
- 3.3.4 Application
- 3.3.5 Product
- 3.3.6 Germany
- 3.3.6.1 Market by Application
- 3.3.6.2 Market by Product
- 3.3.7 France
- 3.3.7.1 Market by Application
- 3.3.7.2 Market by Product
- 3.3.8 U.K.
- 3.3.8.1 Market by Application
- 3.3.8.2 Market by Product
- 3.3.9 Italy
- 3.3.9.1 Market by Application
- 3.3.9.2 Market by Product
- 3.3.10 Rest-of-Europe
- 3.3.10.1 Market by Application
- 3.3.10.2 Market by Product
- 3.4 Asia-Pacific
- 3.4.1 Regional Overview
- 3.4.2 Driving Factors for Market Growth
- 3.4.3 Factors Challenging the Market
- 3.4.4 Application
- 3.4.5 Product
- 3.4.6 China
- 3.4.6.1 Market by Application
- 3.4.6.2 Market by Product
- 3.4.7 Japan
- 3.4.7.1 Market by Application
- 3.4.7.2 Market by Product
- 3.4.8 India
- 3.4.8.1 Market by Application
- 3.4.8.2 Market by Product
- 3.4.9 South Korea
- 3.4.9.1 Market by Application
- 3.4.9.2 Market by Product
- 3.4.10 Rest-of-Asia-Pacific
- 3.4.10.1 Market by Application
- 3.4.10.2 Market by Product
- 3.5 Rest-of-the-World
- 3.5.1 Regional Overview
- 3.5.2 Driving Factors for Market Growth
- 3.5.3 Factors Challenging the Market
- 3.5.4 Application
- 3.5.5 Product
- 3.5.6 South America
- 3.5.6.1 Market by Application
- 3.5.6.2 Market by Product
- 3.5.7 Middle East and Africa
- 3.5.7.1 Market by Application
- 3.5.7.2 Market by Product
4. Companies Profiled
- 4.1 Next Frontiers
- 4.2 Geographic Assessment
- 4.2.1 First Solar, Inc.
- 4.2.1.1 Overview
- 4.2.1.2 Top Products/Product Portfolio
- 4.2.1.3 Top Competitors
- 4.2.1.4 Target Customers
- 4.2.1.5 Key Personnel
- 4.2.1.6 Analyst View
- 4.2.1.7 Market Share
- 4.2.2 Reiling GmbH & Co. KG
- 4.2.2.1 Overview
- 4.2.2.2 Top Products/Product Portfolio
- 4.2.2.3 Top Competitors
- 4.2.2.4 Target Customers
- 4.2.2.5 Key Personnel
- 4.2.2.6 Analyst View
- 4.2.2.7 Market Share
- 4.2.3 The Retrofit Companies, Inc.
- 4.2.3.1 Overview
- 4.2.3.2 Top Products/Product Portfolio
- 4.2.3.3 Top Competitors
- 4.2.3.4 Target Customers
- 4.2.3.5 Key Personnel
- 4.2.3.6 Analyst View
- 4.2.3.7 Market Share
- 4.2.4 Rinovasol Global Services B.V.
- 4.2.4.1 Overview
- 4.2.4.2 Top Products/Product Portfolio
- 4.2.4.3 Top Competitors
- 4.2.4.4 Target Customers
- 4.2.4.5 Key Personnel
- 4.2.4.6 Analyst View
- 4.2.4.7 Market Share
- 4.2.5 ROSI
- 4.2.5.1 Overview
- 4.2.5.2 Top Products/Product Portfolio
- 4.2.5.3 Top Competitors
- 4.2.5.4 Target Customers
- 4.2.5.5 Key Personnel
- 4.2.5.6 Analyst View
- 4.2.5.7 Market Share
- 4.2.6 We Recycle Solar
- 4.2.6.1 Overview
- 4.2.6.2 Top Products/Product Portfolio
- 4.2.6.3 Top Competitors
- 4.2.6.4 Target Customers
- 4.2.6.5 Key Personnel
- 4.2.6.6 Analyst View
- 4.2.6.7 Market Share
- 4.2.7 Silicontel Ltd.
- 4.2.7.1 Overview
- 4.2.7.2 Top Products/Product Portfolio
- 4.2.7.3 Top Competitors
- 4.2.7.4 Target Customers
- 4.2.7.5 Key Personnel
- 4.2.7.6 Analyst View
- 4.2.7.7 Market Share
- 4.2.8 Etavolt PTE. Ltd.
- 4.2.8.1 Overview
- 4.2.8.2 Top Products/Product Portfolio
- 4.2.8.3 Top Competitors
- 4.2.8.4 Target Customers
- 4.2.8.5 Key Personnel
- 4.2.8.6 Analyst View
- 4.2.8.7 Market Share
- 4.2.9 PV Industries PTY Ltd.
- 4.2.9.1 Overview
- 4.2.9.2 Top Products/Product Portfolio
- 4.2.9.3 Top Competitors
- 4.2.9.4 Target Customers
- 4.2.9.5 Key Personnel
- 4.2.9.6 Analyst View
- 4.2.9.7 Market Share
- 4.2.10 Solarcylcle, Inc.
- 4.2.10.1 Overview
- 4.2.10.2 Top Products/Product Portfolio
- 4.2.10.3 Top Competitors
- 4.2.10.4 Target Customers
- 4.2.10.5 Key Personnel
- 4.2.10.6 Analyst View
- 4.2.10.7 Market Share
- 4.2.11 Canadian Solar Inc.
- 4.2.11.1 Overview
- 4.2.11.2 Top Products/Product Portfolio
- 4.2.11.3 Top Competitors
- 4.2.11.4 Target Customers
- 4.2.11.5 Key Personnel
- 4.2.11.6 Analyst View
- 4.2.11.7 Market Share
- 4.2.12 Sharp Corporation
- 4.2.12.1 Overview
- 4.2.12.2 Top Products/Product Portfolio
- 4.2.12.3 Top Competitors
- 4.2.12.4 Target Customers
- 4.2.12.5 Key Personnel
- 4.2.12.6 Analyst View
- 4.2.12.7 Market Share
- 4.2.13 JA Solar Co. Ltd
- 4.2.13.1 Overview
- 4.2.13.2 Top Products/Product Portfolio
- 4.2.13.3 Top Competitors
- 4.2.13.4 Target Customers
- 4.2.13.5 Key Personnel
- 4.2.13.6 Analyst View
- 4.2.13.7 Market Share
- 4.2.14 Trina Solar
- 4.2.14.1 Overview
- 4.2.14.2 Top Products/Product Portfolio
- 4.2.14.3 Top Competitors
- 4.2.14.4 Target Customers
- 4.2.14.5 Key Personnel
- 4.2.14.6 Analyst View
- 4.2.14.7 Market Share
- 4.2.15 Yingli Energy Co. Ltd
- 4.2.15.1 Overview
- 4.2.15.2 Top Products/Product Portfolio
- 4.2.15.3 Top Competitors
- 4.2.15.4 Target Customers
- 4.2.15.5 Key Personnel
- 4.2.15.6 Analyst View
- 4.2.15.7 Market Share
- 4.2.16 Others
- 4.2.1 First Solar, Inc.
5. Research Methodology
