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A solar inverter is a device designed to convert the energy generated by solar panels into usable electricity for residential or commercial use. It plays a crucial role in the solar power system by transforming the variable direct current (DC) power produced by solar panels into alternating 120V/240V current (AC) that can be utilized to power homes or offices.
The primary types of solar inverters are central inverters, micro-inverters, and string inverters. Central solar inverters are suitable for systems requiring large capacities, often in the hundreds of kilowatts or even megawatts. These inverters, resembling significant metal cabinets, are not intended for domestic use but are commonly employed in commercial applications for large-scale installations or utility-scale solar farms. Solar inverter systems are categorized as on-grid and off-grid based on their connection to the power grid.Solar inverters find applications in various end-uses, including residential, commercial, and utility-scale installations.
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The solar inverter market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $16.63 billion in 2024 to $18.52 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increased adoption of solar photovoltaic (pv) systems, growth in focus on energy independence and sustainability, solar cost reduction, grid integration, energy independence.
The solar inverter market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $28.23 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to energy storage integration, global climate commitments, electrification initiatives, smart grid development, increasing solar power projects. Major trends in the forecast period include smart inverters, hybrid solar inverters, advanced mppt algorithms, ai and predictive maintenance, bifacial solar panels.
The rapid advancement in the renewable energy sector is significantly fueling the growth of the solar inverter market. The swift expansion of solar power in recent years has revitalized global initiatives aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and combating the adverse effects of climate change. Solar inverters play a crucial role in this renewable energy growth. For example, in June 2023, the Energy Information Administration, a US-based government agency, reported that renewable energy consumption in the United States rose from 12.1 quadrillion British thermal units (quads) in 2021 to 13.2 quads in 2022. Consequently, the ongoing development in the renewable energy sector is expected to drive further growth in the solar inverter market.
The projected increase in demand for clean energy is set to drive the growth of the solar inverter market in the forthcoming years. Clean energy, derived from renewable sources with minimal environmental impact, is characterized by its absence of greenhouse gas emissions. Solar inverters play a crucial role in this sector by converting direct current (DC) electricity from solar panels into alternating current (AC) suitable for powering various applications. According to the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), global renewable energy capacity experienced a 10% increase in 2022, contributing to the overall rise in the demand for clean energy. Hence, the escalating demand for clean energy is a significant driver of the solar inverter market.
Major companies in the global solar inverter market are focusing on developing innovative technologies, such as the 6 MVA 2000 Vdc inverter, to enhance efficiency, lower costs, and improve scalability in utility-scale solar energy systems. The 6 MVA 2000 Vdc inverter is a utility-scale solar solution designed to improve efficiency and cut costs by converting direct current (DC) power from solar panels into alternating current (AC) power for grid integration. For example, in September 2024, GE Vernova Inc., a US-based energy equipment company formerly known as GE Power and GE Renewable Energy, launched the FLEXINVERTER 2000 VDC. This inverter operates at 2000 volts direct current (Vdc), an upgrade from the previous standard of 1500 Vdc, facilitating more efficient energy conversion and reducing installation costs.
Major companies in the solar inverter market are concentrating on introducing innovative products to meet consumer needs. The introduction of three-phase 330kW inverters is one such example. In September 2023, SolarEdge Technologies, Inc., an Israel-based solar inverter company, launched a high-power, three-phase SolarEdge 330kW Inverter and H1300 Power Optimizer for various applications, including community solar and ground-mount utility PV. The SolarEdge 330kW Inverter offers advantages such as Module Level Power Electronics (MLPE), enhanced return on investment, flexible design, advanced safety features, and module-level monitoring.
In October 2023, Hitachi Energy Ltd., a Switzerland-based corporation, acquired eks Energy, a UK-based firm specializing in power electronic devices like solar inverters. This strategic acquisition enhances Hitachi Energy's position as a technology provider to the renewables and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) markets by integrating eks Energy's power electronics and advanced control capabilities with Hitachi Energy's automation, software, and system integration products.
Major companies operating in the solar inverter market include Asea Brown Boveri, Sma Solar Technology AG, Canadian Solar, Solaredge Technologies Inc, Delta Electronics Inc., Solectria Renewables LLC, Omron Corporation, Hitachi Hi-rel Power Electronics Private Limited, Power Electronics S.L, Schneider Electric, SunPower Corporation, imer S.p.A, Tabuchi Electric Co. Ltd, General Electric Company, Enphase Energy Inc., Advanced Energy Industries Inc., Chint Power Systems Co. Ltd., Eaton Corporation plc, Ginlong Technologies Co. Ltd., GoodWe Power Supply Technology Co. Ltd., Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd., Ingeteam S.A., KACO new energy GmbH, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Sungrow Power Supply Co. Ltd., Tebian Electric Apparatus Co. Ltd., Toshiba Corporation, Trina Solar Limited, Wuxi Suntech Power Co. Ltd., Yaskawa Electric Corporation, Yingli Green Energy Holding Company Limited, Zeversolar, Zhejiang Chint Electrics Co. Ltd.
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the solar inverter market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the solar inverter market analysis report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.
The countries covered in the Solar Inverter market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA.
The solar inverter market consists of sales of microinverters, string inverters, central inverters, and other solar inverters. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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