Global Solar Photovoltaic Glass Market Assessment, By Product Type [Anti-Reflective Coated Glass, Tempered Glass, Transparent Glass, Others], By Application [Photovoltaic Panels, Concentrated Photovoltaics, Building Integrated PV Panels] By Region, Opportunities and Forecast, 2018-2032F

Global solar photovoltaic glass market is projected to witness a CAGR of 29.77% during the forecast period 2025-2032, growing from USD 23.04 billion in 2024 to USD 185.33 billion in 2032. 

Global Solar Photovoltaic Glass Market Size, Share & Forecast 2032

Global solar photovoltaic glass market is projected to witness a CAGR of 29.77% during the forecast period 2025-2032, growing from USD 23.04 billion in 2024 to USD 185.33 billion in 2032. The market has experienced significant growth in recent years and is expected to maintain a strong pace of expansion in the coming years.
Solar photovoltaic glass is one of the most important components of the solar panel since glass prevents the solar modules from harm and harsh environments. The glass used in most applications is top-quality solar photovoltaic glass, which is essential for advanced solar installation technologies. The demand for solar photovoltaic glass is driven by several factors: the growth of renewable energy, technological advancements in manufacturing, improvements in architectural integration capabilities, supportive government policies for utility-scale installations, and the overall push towards clean energy transitions and sustainable energy solutions.
Growing public awareness of renewable energy sources raises companies' and individuals' aspirations to choose solar-based power generation solutions, thereby promoting demand in the solar photovoltaic glass market. The increasing preference for eco-friendly alternatives has led to a significant rise in demand for solar photovoltaic glass in recent years.
The growth of technology in renewable energy generation, particularly the integration of solar photovoltaic glass into buildings for use in windows and facades, is becoming increasingly feasible. This trend is driving demand within the solar photovoltaic glass market. In addition, governments in developing countries also promote investments in solar projects, which increase demand for solar photovoltaic glass. Globally, governments are promoting renewable energy projects by providing incentives for the deployment of high-quality solar panels that drive the demand for solar photovoltaic glass market.
For instance, in May 2024, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) decided to invest around USD 71 million to advance the production of solar panel components in the country. This development will help to increase the demand for solar photovoltaic glass in the country.
<h2>Increase in the Deployment of Utility-Scale Solar Systems Augments Market Growth</h2>
Globally, the rise in the demand for renewable energy leads to the development of large-scale solar utility farms, which drives the need for high-quality solar photovoltaic glass in the market. Utility-solar scale projects require substantial amounts of solar photovoltaic (PV) panels used in renewable energy production. In addition, the rise in government initiatives towards developing solar utility farms will contribute to the solar photovoltaic glass market growth in the coming years.
Furthermore, as countries strive to meet climate targets such as net zero or low carbon emission emissions, there is a growing emphasis on expanding renewable energy sources like solar power. The rise in focus on sustainability drives further investment in utility-scale systems and subsequently increases the demand for solar photovoltaic glass. The development of utility-scale solar projects contributes significantly to grid stability and sustainability goals, further elevating the demand for solar photovoltaic glass in the market.
In addition, investment is ongoing for the expansion of utility-scale solar farms in developing countries, which significantly boosts the demand for various types of solar photovoltaic glass in the market. Large-scale solar installations require durable photovoltaic glass to ensure efficient energy generation from solar panels over long periods. Furthermore, integrating utility-scale solar systems with energy storage solutions is becoming increasingly common, which also supports market growth in the coming years.
As of November 2024, as per India&rsquo;s Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, India&rsquo;s installed renewable energy capacity reached around 159 GW, of which solar and wind comprised 94.17 GW and 47.96 GW. In the coming years, the country will invest heavily in increasing solar installed capacity as the demand for energy in commercial and industrial sectors is rising at a high rate. This development increases the demand for solar photovoltaic glass in the market.
<h2>Growth in Solar-Powered Building Accelerating Market Size</h2>
With growing awareness of climate change and the need for sustainable construction practices, several developers are prioritizing energy-efficient designs. Globally, shifts towards greener building practices drive the demand for solar photovoltaic glass. The solar-powered buildings contribute to reducing overall energy consumption and carbon footprints and align with global sustainability goals. Solar photovoltaic glass is becoming a vital component of energy-generating structures, driving its demand in the construction industry.
Solar-powered buildings incorporate building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV) technology, in which solar photovoltaic glasses are used in building materials such as windows, facades, and roofs. The integration allows buildings to generate electricity on their own while maintaining aesthetic appeal. As more architects and builders adopt BIPV solutions, the need for specialized solar photovoltaic glass will rise significantly in the coming years.
The residential sector makes properties with renewable energy capabilities by integrating solar technologies into the designs. In addition, with the growing consumer preference for sustainable living and energy-efficient homes. This trend drives the demand for solar photovoltaic glass as part of the overall strategy to create environmentally friendly buildings.
Thus, the adoption of BIPV technologies and rising sustainability create a robust environment for the expansion of the solar photovoltaic glass market in the forecast period.
For instance, in October 2024, Australian-based company ClearVue Technologies Limited decided to invest around USD 7.5 million to fuel its global export ambitions related to building integrated photovoltaic technology for glass and building facades. This development will help the company to increase revenue in the coming years.
<h2>Emerging Advancements in Technology Create Opportunities for Market Growth</h2>
The innovations in solar photovoltaic glass technology and manufacturing will open new avenues for energy harvesting in rural and urban areas. Recent developments in anti-reflective coatings, amorphous silicon, crystalline silicon, and enhanced light transmission properties in solar photovoltaic glass technology improve the efficiency of solar panels. This advanced solar photovoltaic glass holds promising potential for the production of various forms of solar panels, particularly bifacial panels, in residential and commercial buildings. These novel solar panels present substantial market opportunities for solar photovoltaic glass manufacturers during the forecast period.
Advanced solar photovoltaic glasses are used in making bifacial solar panels that allow more sunlight to capture and thereby translate into electricity. The advanced glasses make the solar panels highly efficient, increasing residential and commercial installations. Moreover, the integration of sensors and energy management systems into the solar photovoltaic glasses helps optimize energy yield and increase the efficiency of solar panels, which creates the opportunity for the solar photovoltaic glass market.
Smart solar photovoltaic glass is an additional newer technology with incorporated sensors and IoT capabilities to help improve the functionality and efficiency of solar systems. Solar photovoltaic glass also allows for advanced innovations and real-time monitoring and optimization of energy generation that eventually improves overall system performance; such is the opportunity for solar photovoltaic glass markets. Companies are highly investing in producing advanced solar photovoltaic glass, which could be used in producing solar PV panels and BIPV technology.
For instance, in February 2022, Borosil Renewables decided to expand the solar panel glass manufacturing capacity from 450 tons per day to 2,000 as the market continues to see strong growth. The company is adding a third solar line with a capacity of 550 metric tons, which will enhance the manufacturer's daily production capacity to 1,000 tons. This development showcases that manufacturers are investing in the production of innovative solar glasses for different applications in the market.
<h2>Anti-Reflective Coated Glass&nbsp;to Dominate the Global Market Share</h2>
The global push towards renewable energy sources drives the growth of the solar photovoltaic glass market, which directly drives the demand for anti-reflective coated glass. The surge in solar installations increases the need for high-performance materials like anti-reflective coated glass, which ensure the longevity and reliability of the panels.
Anti-reflective coated glass is significantly efficient and stronger than standard glass, making the glass more resistant to environmental stresses such as wind loads, hail, and other damages. The durability of the solar photovoltaic glass is significant for solar panels used in utility-scale installations and areas prone to extreme weather.
Furthermore, the government is coming up with incentives that make solar installations more economically viable, leading to increased demand for durable components such as anti-reflective coated glass in the market. In addition, governments in different regions continue to promote renewable energy adoption which creates an anti-reflective coated glass market to grow correspondingly in the coming years.
<h2>Asia-Pacific Leads the Solar Photovoltaic Glass Market</h2>
Asia-Pacific has dominated the solar photovoltaic glass market and is expected to continue during the forecast period. The developing countries in the Asia-Pacific are implementing and adopting favorable policies in order to promote renewable energy. Additionally, nations create renewable energy targets that would allow investments in solar power projects, increasing demand to grow in the region of solar photovoltaic glass markets. Such investments could be seen in the recent time spent in mass manufacturing and high-quality production of solar panels along with other solar technology products such as solar photovoltaic glass. The Asian countries have also positioned themselves as global leaders in solar PV production, fueling demand for high-quality solar photovoltaic glass.
Moreover, few financial institutions offer various supports to the industrial sector and install solar panels to achieve sustainability. India's solar sector has seen significant growth in recent years; however, there has been a high adoption rate of a renewable energy mix. In addition, the region experiences high levels of solar irradiance, which makes it an ideal location for generating solar energy. Countries like China, India, and Australia enjoy high levels of sunshine exposure and support the implementation of solar panels, making them suitable for the growth of solar photovoltaic glass in the coming years.
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Future Market Scenario (2025 &ndash; 2032F)
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<li>Massive investments in solar utility projects across the regions are driving the demand for solar photovoltaic glass in the coming years.</li>
<li>Ongoing improvement in technology and manufacturing of solar photovoltaic glass will improve efficiency, enhancing the productivity of renewable energy systems.</li>
<li>As environmental concerns push for the adoption of sustainable technological solutions for energy generation, solar photovoltaic glass market opportunities will be created in the coming years.</li>
<li>Support from government policies and financial incentives for deploying solar in the residential and commercial sectors will continue to play a significant role in driving solar photovoltaic glass market growth in developing countries.</li>
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Report Scope
&ldquo;Solar Photovoltaic Glass Market Assessment, Opportunities, and Forecast, 2018-2032F&rdquo;,&nbsp;is a comprehensive report by Markets and Data, provides an in-depth analysis and qualitative and quantitative assessment of the current state of the global solar photovoltaic glass market, industry dynamics, and challenges. The report includes market size, segmental shares, growth trends, opportunities, and forecast between 2025 and 2032. Additionally, the report profiles the leading players in the industry, mentioning their respective market share, business models, competitive intelligence, etc.
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2024
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2018-2023
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2025-2032
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CAGR of 29.77% between 2025 and 2032
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Revenue Forecast in 2032
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USD 185.33 billion
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Product Type, Application
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North America, Europe, South America, Asia-Pacific, Middle East and Africa
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Key Companies Profile
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Onyx Solar Group LLC., Borosil Renewables Limited, Xinyi Solar Holdings Limited, AGC Inc., Nippon Sheet Glass Co., Ltd., GruppoSTG Fabbrica Srl, Shenzhen Topray Solar Co., Ltd., Guardian Industries Holdings, Mitrex, IRICO Group New Energy Co., Ltd.
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In the report,&nbsp;global solar photovoltaic glass market&nbsp;has been segmented into the following categories:&nbsp;
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<li>By Product Type
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<li>Anti-Reflective Coated Glass</li>
<li>Tampered Glass</li>
<li>Transparent Glass</li>
<li>Others</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>By Application
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<li>Photovoltaic (PV) Panels
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<li>Monocrystalline Panels</li>
<li>Polycrystalline Panels</li>
<li>Thin-Film Panels</li>
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</li>
<li>Concentrated Photovoltaics (CPV)</li>
<li>Building Integrated PV Panels (BIPV)</li>
</ul>
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<li>By Region
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<li>North America</li>
<li>Europe</li>
<li>Asia-Pacific</li>
<li>South America</li>
<li>Middle East and Africa</li>
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Key Players Landscape and Outlook
Continuous innovation characterizes the landscape of solar photovoltaic glass globally, as the companies compete in terms of energy efficiency, product life, and unique features. The market outlook remains positive, owing to increased demand for renewable energy and increasing investment in solar panels. Solar photovoltaic glass players are concerned with supply chain resilience, energy efficiency, and environmental practices, which will define the industry's future. Product launches, agreements, business expansions, collaborations, and developing technologies are projected to increase competition in the fast-paced market.
For instance, in November 2023, Nippon Sheet Glass Co., Ltd. decided to invest in additional TCO (transparent conductive oxide) glass production capacity in the United States to support the growing solar market. The company will start shipping TCO glass for solar panel manufacture in the first quarter of calendar year 2025.
Key Players Operating in the Global Solar Photovoltaic Glass Market are:
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<li>Onyx Solar Group LLC.</li>
<li>Borosil Renewables Limited</li>
<li>Xinyi Solar Holdings Limited</li>
<li>AGC Inc.</li>
<li>Nippon Sheet Glass Co., Ltd.</li>
<li>GruppoSTG Fabbrica Srl</li>
<li>Shenzhen Topray Solar Co., Ltd.</li>
<li>Guardian Industries Holdings</li>
<li>Mitrex</li>
<li>IRICO Group New Energy Co., Ltd.</li>
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Global Solar Photovoltaic Glass Market Assessment, Opportunities and Forecast, 2018-2032F

The global solar photovoltaic glass market is expected to experience growth due to increasing demand for renewable energy and rising investment in the production of photovoltaic (PV) panels.

Table of Contents
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<li>Project Scope and Definitions</li>
<li>Research Methodology</li>
<li>Executive Summary</li>
<li>Voice of Customer
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<li>Respondent Demographics</li>
<li>Factors Considered in Purchase Decisions
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<li>Features and Other Value-Added Service</li>
<li>Efficiency of Solutions</li>
<li>After-Sales Support</li>
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</ul>
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<li>Global Solar Photovoltaic Glass Market Outlook, 2018-2032F
<ul>
<li>Market Size Analysis &amp; Forecast
<ul>
<li>By Value</li>
<li>By Volume</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Market Share Analysis &amp; Forecast
<ul>
<li>By Product Type
<ul>
<li>Anti-Reflective Coated Glass</li>
<li>Tampered Glass</li>
<li>Transparent Glass</li>
<li>Others</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>By Application
<ul>
<li>Photovoltaic (PV) Panels
<ul>
<li>Monocrystalline Panels</li>
<li>Polycrystalline Panels</li>
<li>Thin-Film Panels</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Concentrated Photovoltaics (CPV)</li>
<li>Building Integrated PV Panels (BIPV)</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>By Region
<ul>
<li>North America</li>
<li>Europe</li>
<li>Asia-Pacific</li>
<li>South America</li>
<li>Middle East and Africa</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>By Company Market Share Analysis (Top 5 Companies and Others &ndash; By Value, 2024)</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Market Map Analysis, 2024
<ul>
<li>By Product Type</li>
<li>By Application</li>
<li>By Region</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ol>
<ol start="6">
<li>North America Solar Photovoltaic Glass Market Outlook, 2018-2032F*
<ul>
<li>Market Size Analysis &amp; Forecast
<ul>
<li>By Value</li>
<li>By Volume</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Market Share Analysis &amp; Forecast
<ul>
<li>By Product Type
<ul>
<li>Anti-Reflective Coated Glass</li>
<li>Tampered Glass</li>
<li>Transparent Glass</li>
<li>Others</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>By Application
<ul>
<li>Photovoltaic (PV) Panels
<ul>
<li>Monocrystalline Panels</li>
<li>Polycrystalline Panels</li>
<li>Thin-Film Panels</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Concentrated Photovoltaics (CPV)</li>
<li>Building Integrated PV Panels (BIPV)</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>By Country Share
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<li>United States</li>
<li>Canada</li>
<li>Mexico</li>
</ul>
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<li>Country Market Assessment
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<li>United States Solar Photovoltaic Glass Market Outlook, 2018-2032F*
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<li>Market Size Analysis &amp; Forecast
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<li>By Value</li>
<li>By Volume</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Market Share Analysis &amp; Forecast
<ul>
<li>By Product Type
<ul>
<li>Anti-Reflective Coated Glass</li>
<li>Tampered Glass</li>
<li>Transparent Glass</li>
<li>Others</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>By Application
<ul>
<li>Photovoltaic (PV) Panels
<ul>
<li>Monocrystalline Panels</li>
<li>Polycrystalline Panels</li>
<li>Thin-Film Panels</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Concentrated Photovoltaics (CPV)</li>
<li>Building Integrated PV Panels (BIPV)</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Canada</li>
<li>Mexico</li>
</ul>
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</ul>
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</ul>
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*All segments will be provided for all regions and countries covered
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<li>Europe Solar Photovoltaic Glass Market Outlook, 2018-2032F
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<li>Germany</li>
<li>France</li>
<li>Italy</li>
<li>United Kingdom</li>
<li>Russia</li>
<li>Netherlands</li>
<li>Spain</li>
<li>Turkey</li>
<li>Poland</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Asia-Pacific Solar Photovoltaic Glass Market Outlook, 2018-2032F
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<li>India</li>
<li>China</li>
<li>Japan</li>
<li>Australia</li>
<li>Vietnam</li>
<li>South Korea</li>
<li>Indonesia</li>
<li>Philippines</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>South America&nbsp;Solar Photovoltaic Glass Market Outlook, 2018-2032F
<ul>
<li>Brazil</li>
<li>Argentina</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Middle East and Africa&nbsp;Solar Photovoltaic Glass Market Outlook, 2018-2032F
<ul>
<li>Saudi Arabia</li>
<li>UAE</li>
<li>South Africa</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Porter&rsquo;s Five Forces Analysis</li>
<li>PESTLE Analysis</li>
<li>Market Dynamics
<ul>
<li>Market Drivers</li>
<li>Market Challenges</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Market Trends and Developments</li>
<li>Competitive Landscape
<ul>
<li>Competition Matrix of Top 5 Market Leaders</li>
<li>SWOT Analysis for Top 5 Players</li>
<li>Key Players Landscape for Top 10 Market Players
<ul>
<li>Onyx Solar Group LLC.
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<li>Company Details</li>
<li>Key Management Personnel</li>
<li>Products and Services</li>
<li>Financials (As Reported)</li>
<li>Key Market Focus and Geographical Presence</li>
<li>Recent Developments/Collaborations/Partnerships/Mergers and Acquisition</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Borosil Renewables Limited</li>
<li>Xinyi Solar Holdings Limited</li>
<li>AGC Inc.</li>
<li>Nippon Sheet Glass Co., Ltd.</li>
<li>GruppoSTG Fabbrica Srl</li>
<li>Shenzhen Topray Solar Co., Ltd.</li>
<li>Guardian Industries Holdings</li>
<li>Mitrex</li>
<li>IRICO Group New Energy Co., Ltd.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ol>
*Companies mentioned above&nbsp;DO NOT&nbsp;hold any order as per market share and can be changed as per information available during research work.
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<li>About Us and Disclaimer</li>
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