Thin-film Photovoltaic Market: Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast, 2024

Description

Persistence Market Research has recently released a comprehensive report on the global Thin-film Photovoltaic (PV) Market. The report offers a thorough assessment of crucial market dynamics, including drivers, trends, opportunities, and challenges, providing detailed insights into the market structure. This research publication presents exclusive data and statistics outlining the anticipated growth trajectory of the global Thin-film PV market from 2024 to 2031.

Key Insights:

Thin-film Photovoltaic Market Size (2024E): US$ 6.67 Billion
Projected Market Value (2031F): US$ 18.62 Billion
Global Market Growth Rate (CAGR 2024 to 2031): 15.8%

Thin-film Photovoltaic Market - Report Scope:

Thin-film photovoltaics, known for their lightweight, flexible, and cost-effective nature, have garnered significant interest in the renewable energy sector. These solar panels, made from thin layers of semiconductor materials such as cadmium telluride (CdTe), amorphous silicon (a-Si), and copper indium gallium selenide (CIGS), are increasingly being deployed in residential, commercial, and industrial applications. The market is segmented by technology type, end-use application, and geographical region, covering both developed and emerging economies.

Market Growth Drivers:

The global Thin-film Photovoltaic market is propelled by several key factors, including the rising demand for affordable and efficient solar energy solutions, particularly in regions with abundant sunlight. The lightweight and flexible nature of thin-film solar panels makes them suitable for a variety of applications, including integration into building materials (BIPV) and portable energy solutions. Furthermore, advancements in thin-film technology are improving efficiency levels, lowering manufacturing costs, and expanding the potential applications of these products. As governments worldwide introduce favorable policies and incentives for renewable energy adoption, the demand for thin-film photovoltaics is expected to rise significantly.

Market Restraints:

Despite promising growth prospects, the thin-film photovoltaic market faces challenges such as lower efficiency compared to traditional silicon-based solar cells. While advances are being made, thin-film technologies still lag behind in energy conversion efficiency, limiting their appeal in certain high-demand applications. Moreover, the high initial capital investment required for thin-film PV manufacturing facilities and the complexity of scaling up production are major hurdles for new entrants and smaller players. Volatility in raw material prices and regulatory hurdles around product certification in some regions also pose risks to market growth.

Market Opportunities:

The Thin-film Photovoltaic market presents significant growth opportunities driven by trends such as the increasing demand for sustainable energy solutions, especially in regions with high solar potential. Additionally, innovations in flexible and lightweight thin-film solar products are opening new markets for wearable solar devices, automotive integration, and off-grid power applications. There is also an opportunity in emerging markets, where the adoption of solar energy is rapidly accelerating due to decreasing installation costs and a push for energy independence. Strategic collaborations with construction and technology companies are expected to drive the development of building-integrated PV (BIPV) solutions, further expanding the market scope.

Key Questions Answered in the Report:

What are the primary factors driving the growth of the Thin-film Photovoltaic market globally?
Which thin-film photovoltaic technologies are gaining the most traction in various sectors?
How are advancements in material science and manufacturing techniques influencing the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of thin-film photovoltaics?
Who are the key players contributing to the Thin-film Photovoltaic market, and what strategies are they employing to maintain market relevance?
What are the emerging trends and future prospects in the global Thin-film Photovoltaic market?

Competitive Intelligence and Business Strategy:

Leading players in the global Thin-film Photovoltaic market, including First Solar, Inc., Solar Frontier, Panasonic Corporation, and Trina Solar, focus on innovation, cost reduction, and strategic partnerships to strengthen their market positions. These companies invest in research and development to enhance the efficiency and flexibility of thin-film technologies, addressing challenges such as energy conversion rates and durability. Collaborations with solar project developers, construction companies, and research institutions are vital to accelerating market adoption. Furthermore, these companies are increasingly emphasizing sustainability through the use of eco-friendly materials and reducing the carbon footprint of production processes, in line with global environmental goals.

Key Companies Profiled:

Global Solar Energy
MiaSole
Avancis GmbH
Solar Frontier K.K.
First Solar
Kaneka Corporation
Ascent Solar Technologies, Inc.
Oxford Photovoltaics Ltd.
Sharp Corporation
Trony

Thin-film Photovoltaic Market Segmentation

By Material

Cadmium Telluride
Copper Indium Gallium Selenide
Amorphous Silicon

By Type

Rigid
Flexible

By Component

Module
Inverter
BOS

By End Use

Residential
Commercial
Utility

By Region

North America
Latin America
Europe
South Asia and Oceania
East Asia
Middle East and Africa

Product Code: PMRREP35019

1. Executive Summary

1.1. Global Thin-film Photovoltaic Market Snapshot, 2024 and 2031
1.2. Market Opportunity Assessment, 2024 - 2031, US$ Bn
1.3. Key Market Trends
1.4. Future Market Projections
1.5. Premium Market Insights
1.6. Industry Developments and Key Market Events
1.7. PMR Analysis and Recommendations

2. Market Overview

2.1. Market Scope and Definition
2.2. Product Lifecycle Analysis
2.3. Thin-film Photovoltaic Market: Value Chain
- 2.3.1. List of Raw Material Suppliers
- 2.3.2. List of Manufacturers
- 2.3.3. List of Distributors
- 2.3.4. List of End Users
- 2.3.5. Profitability Analysis
2.4. Macro-Economic Factors
- 2.4.1. Global Sectorial Outlook
- 2.4.2. Global GDP Growth Outlook
- 2.4.3. Global Parent Market Overview
2.5. Forecast Factors - Relevance and Impact
2.6. Covid-19 Impact Assessment
2.7. PESTLE Analysis
2.8. Porter Five Force's Analysis
2.9. Geopolitical Tensions: Market Impact
2.10. Regulatory and Technology Landscape

3. Market Dynamics

3.1. Drivers
3.2. Restraints
3.3. Opportunities
3.4. Trends

4. Price Trend Analysis, 2019 - 2031

4.1. Key Highlights
4.2. Key Factors Impacting Product Prices
4.3. Prices By Material/Type/Component
4.4. Regional Prices and Product Preferences

5. Global Thin-film Photovoltaic Market Outlook: Historical (2019 - 2023) and Forecast (2024 - 2031)

5.1. Key Highlights
- 5.1.1. Market Volume (Racks) Projections
- 5.1.2. Market Size and Y-o-Y Growth
- 5.1.3. Absolute $ Opportunity
5.2. Market Size (US$ Bn ) Analysis and Forecast
- 5.2.1. Historical Market Size Analysis, 2019 - 2023
- 5.2.2. Current Market Size Forecast, 2024 - 2031
5.3. Global Thin-film Photovoltaic Market Outlook: Material
- 5.3.1. Introduction / Key Findings
- 5.3.2. Historical Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Analysis By Material, 2019 - 2023
- 5.3.3. Current Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Forecast By Material, 2024 - 2031
  - 5.3.3.1. Cadmium Telluride
  - 5.3.3.2. Copper Indium Gallium Selenide
  - 5.3.3.3. Amorphous Silicon
  - 5.3.3.4. Other
5.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis: Material
5.5. Global Thin-film Photovoltaic Market Outlook: Type
- 5.5.1. Introduction / Key Findings
- 5.5.2. Historical Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Analysis By Type, 2019 - 2023
- 5.5.3. Current Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Forecast By Type, 2024 - 2031
  - 5.5.3.1. Rigid
  - 5.5.3.2. Flexible
5.6. Market Attractiveness Analysis: Type
5.7. Global Thin-film Photovoltaic Market Outlook: Component
- 5.7.1. Introduction / Key Findings
- 5.7.2. Historical Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Analysis By Component, 2019 - 2023
- 5.7.3. Current Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Forecast By Component, 2024 - 2031
  - 5.7.3.1. Module
  - 5.7.3.2. Inverter
  - 5.7.3.3. BOS
5.8. Market Attractiveness Analysis: Component
5.9. Global Thin-film Photovoltaic Market Outlook: End Use
- 5.9.1. Introduction / Key Findings
- 5.9.2. Historical Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Analysis By End Use, 2019 - 2023
- 5.9.3. Current Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Forecast By End Use, 2024 - 2031
  - 5.9.3.1. Residential
  - 5.9.3.2. Commercial
  - 5.9.3.3. Utility
5.10. Market Attractiveness Analysis: End Use

6. Global Thin-film Photovoltaic Market Outlook: Region

6.1. Key Highlights
6.2. Historical Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Analysis By Region, 2019 - 2023
6.3. Current Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Forecast By Region, 2024 - 2031
- 6.3.1. North America
- 6.3.2. East Asia
- 6.3.3. South Asia & Oceania
- 6.3.4. Latin America
- 6.3.5. Europe
- 6.3.6. Middle East & Africa
6.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis: Region

7. North America Thin-film Photovoltaic Market Outlook: Historical (2019 - 2023) and Forecast (2024 - 2031)

7.1. Key Highlights
7.2. Pricing Analysis
7.3. Historical Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Analysis By Market, 2019 - 2023
- 7.3.1. By Country
- 7.3.2. By Material
- 7.3.3. By Type
- 7.3.4. By Component
- 7.3.5. By End Use
7.4. Current Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Analysis and Forecast, By Country, 2024 - 2031
- 7.4.1. U.S.
- 7.4.2. Canada
7.5. Current Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Forecast By Material, 2024 - 2031
- 7.5.1. Cadmium Telluride
- 7.5.2. Copper Indium Gallium Selenide
- 7.5.3. Amorphous Silicon
- 7.5.4. Other
7.6. Current Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Forecast By Type, 2024 - 2031
- 7.6.1. Rigid
- 7.6.2. Flexible
7.7. Current Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Forecast By Component, 2024 - 2031
- 7.7.1. Module
- 7.7.2. Inverter
- 7.7.3. BOS
7.8. Current Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Forecast By End Use, 2024 - 2031
- 7.8.1. Residential
- 7.8.2. Commercial
- 7.8.3. Utility
7.9. Market Attractiveness Analysis

8. Europe Thin-film Photovoltaic Market Outlook: Historical (2019 - 2023) and Forecast (2024 - 2031)

8.1. Key Highlights
8.2. Pricing Analysis
8.3. Historical Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Analysis By Market, 2019 - 2023
- 8.3.1. By Country
- 8.3.2. By Material
- 8.3.3. By Type
- 8.3.4. By Component
- 8.3.5. By End Use
8.4. Current Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Forecast By Country, 2024 - 2031
- 8.4.1. Germany
- 8.4.2. France
- 8.4.3. U.K.
- 8.4.4. Italy
- 8.4.5. Spain
- 8.4.6. Russia
- 8.4.7. Turkey
- 8.4.8. Rest of Europe
8.5. Current Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Forecast By Material, 2024 - 2031
- 8.5.1. Cadmium Telluride
- 8.5.2. Copper Indium Gallium Selenide
- 8.5.3. Amorphous Silicon
- 8.5.4. Other
8.6. Current Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Forecast By Type, 2024 - 2031
- 8.6.1. Rigid
- 8.6.2. Flexible
8.7. Current Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Forecast By Component, 2024 - 2031
- 8.7.1. Module
- 8.7.2. Inverter
- 8.7.3. BOS
8.8. Current Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Forecast By End Use, 2024 - 2031
- 8.8.1. Residential
- 8.8.2. Commercial
- 8.8.3. Utility
8.9. Market Attractiveness Analysis

9. East Asia Thin-film Photovoltaic Market Outlook: Historical (2019 - 2023) and Forecast (2024 - 2031)

9.1. Key Highlights
9.2. Pricing Analysis
9.3. Historical Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Analysis By Market, 2019 - 2023
- 9.3.1. By Country
- 9.3.2. By Material
- 9.3.3. By Type
- 9.3.4. By Component
- 9.3.5. By End Use
9.4. Current Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Forecast, By Country, 2024 - 2031
- 9.4.1. China
- 9.4.2. Japan
- 9.4.3. South Korea
9.5. Current Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Forecast By Material, 2024 - 2031
- 9.5.1. Cadmium Telluride
- 9.5.2. Copper Indium Gallium Selenide
- 9.5.3. Amorphous Silicon
- 9.5.4. Other
9.6. Current Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Forecast By Type, 2024 - 2031
- 9.6.1. Rigid
- 9.6.2. Flexible
9.7. Current Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Forecast By Component, 2024 - 2031
- 9.7.1. Module
- 9.7.2. Inverter
- 9.7.3. BOS
9.8. Current Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Forecast By End Use, 2024 - 2031
- 9.8.1. Residential
- 9.8.2. Commercial
- 9.8.3. Utility
9.9. Market Attractiveness Analysis

10. South Asia & Oceania Thin-film Photovoltaic Market Outlook: Historical (2019 - 2023) and Forecast (2024 - 2031)

10.1. Key Highlights
10.2. Pricing Analysis
10.3. Historical Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Analysis By Market, 2019 - 2023
- 10.3.1. By Country
- 10.3.2. By Material
- 10.3.3. By Type
- 10.3.4. By Component
- 10.3.5. By End Use
10.4. Current Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Forecast, By Country, 2024 - 2031
- 10.4.1. India
- 10.4.2. Southeast Asia
- 10.4.3. ANZ
- 10.4.4. Rest of South Asia & Oceania
10.5. Current Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Forecast By Material, 2024 - 2031
- 10.5.1. Cadmium Telluride
- 10.5.2. Copper Indium Gallium Selenide
- 10.5.3. Amorphous Silicon
- 10.5.4. Other
10.6. Current Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Forecast By Type, 2024 - 2031
- 10.6.1. Rigid
- 10.6.2. Flexible
10.7. Current Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Forecast By Component, 2024 - 2031
- 10.7.1. Module
- 10.7.2. Inverter
- 10.7.3. BOS
10.8. Current Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Forecast By End Use, 2024 - 2031
- 10.8.1. Residential
- 10.8.2. Commercial
- 10.8.3. Utility
10.9. Market Attractiveness Analysis

11. Latin America Thin-film Photovoltaic Market Outlook: Historical (2019 - 2023) and Forecast (2024 - 2031)

11.1. Key Highlights
11.2. Pricing Analysis
11.3. Historical Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Analysis By Market, 2019 - 2023
- 11.3.1. By Country
- 11.3.2. By Material
- 11.3.3. By Type
- 11.3.4. By Component
- 11.3.5. By End Use
11.4. Current Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Forecast By Country, 2024 - 2031
- 11.4.1. Brazil
- 11.4.2. Mexico
- 11.4.3. Rest of Latin America
11.5. Current Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Forecast By Material, 2024 - 2031
- 11.5.1. Cadmium Telluride
- 11.5.2. Copper Indium Gallium Selenide
- 11.5.3. Amorphous Silicon
- 11.5.4. Other
11.6. Current Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Forecast By Type, 2024 - 2031
- 11.6.1. Rigid
- 11.6.2. Flexible
11.7. Current Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Forecast By Component, 2024 - 2031
- 11.7.1. Module
- 11.7.2. Inverter
- 11.7.3. BOS
11.8. Current Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Forecast By End Use, 2024 - 2031
- 11.8.1. Residential
- 11.8.2. Commercial
- 11.8.3. Utility
11.9. Market Attractiveness Analysis

12. Middle East & Africa Thin-film Photovoltaic Market Outlook: Historical (2019 - 2023) and Forecast (2024 - 2031)

12.1. Key Highlights
12.2. Pricing Analysis
12.3. Historical Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Analysis By Market, 2019 - 2023
- 12.3.1. By Country
- 12.3.2. By Material
- 12.3.3. By Type
- 12.3.4. By Component
- 12.3.5. By End Use
12.4. Current Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Forecast By Country, 2024 - 2031
- 12.4.1. GCC Countries
- 12.4.2. Egypt
- 12.4.3. South Africa
- 12.4.4. Northern Africa
- 12.4.5. Rest of Middle East & Africa
12.5. Current Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Forecast By Material, 2024 - 2031
- 12.5.1. Cadmium Telluride
- 12.5.2. Copper Indium Gallium Selenide
- 12.5.3. Amorphous Silicon
- 12.5.4. Other
12.6. Current Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Forecast By Type, 2024 - 2031
- 12.6.1. Rigid
- 12.6.2. Flexible
12.7. Current Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Forecast By Component, 2024 - 2031
- 12.7.1. Module
- 12.7.2. Inverter
- 12.7.3. BOS
12.8. Current Market Size (US$ Bn ) and Volume (Racks) Forecast By End Use, 2024 - 2031
- 12.8.1. Residential
- 12.8.2. Commercial
- 12.8.3. Utility
12.9. Market Attractiveness Analysis

13. Competition Landscape

13.1. Market Share Analysis, 2023
13.2. Market Structure
- 13.2.1. Competition Intensity Mapping By Market
- 13.2.2. Competition Dashboard
- 13.2.3. Apparent Production Capacity
13.3. Company Profiles (Details - Overview, Financials, Strategy, Recent Developments)
- 13.3.1. Global Solar Energy
  - 13.3.1.1. Overview
  - 13.3.1.2. Segments and Products
  - 13.3.1.3. Key Financials
  - 13.3.1.4. Market Developments
  - 13.3.1.5. Market Strategy
- 13.3.2. MiaSole
- 13.3.3. Avancis GmbH
- 13.3.4. Solar Frontier K.K.
- 13.3.5. First Solar
- 13.3.6. Kaneka Corporation
- 13.3.7. Ascent Solar Technologies, Inc.
- 13.3.8. Oxford Photovoltaics Ltd.
- 13.3.9. Sharp Corporation
- 13.3.10. Trony

14. Appendix

14.1. Research Methodology
14.2. Research Assumptions
14.3. Acronyms and Abbreviations

Thin-film Photovoltaic Market: Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast, 2024 - 2031