Industry Overview
Market forecast and expert KPIs for 1000+ markets in 190+ countries & territories
Insights on consumer attitudes and behavior worldwide
Detailed information for 39,000+ online stores and marketplaces
Flexible integration for any environment
AI researchers delivering human-verified insights
Trusted data, wherever you work
Directly accessible data for 170 industries from 150+ countries and over 1 million facts:
Statista+ offers additional, data-driven services, tailored to your specific needs. As your partner for data-driven success, we combine expertise in research, strategy, and marketing communications.
Full-service market research and analytics
Strategy and business building for the data-driven economy
Transforming data into content marketing and design:
Statista R identifies and awards industry leaders, top providers, and exceptional brands through exclusive rankings and top lists in collaboration with renowned media brands worldwide. For more details, visit our website.
See why Statista is the trusted choice for reliable data and insights. We provide one platform to simplify research and support your strategic decisions. Learn more
Expert resources to inform and inspire.
In 2024, the production of solar modules worldwide reached approximately 725 gigawatts. In the last years, global solar module production has increased considerably. In 2024, the world increased its module production by more than 110 gigawatts. Some of the largest solar module-producing companies include Longi Green Energy Technology, JinkoSolar, and Ja Solar Technology.
China is undeniably the world leader in the manufacturing of solar system components. In 2024, the Asian country accounted for roughly 85 percent of global solar module production. Other countries in the Asia-Pacific region followed, with Vietnam and India accounting for an additional six percent. In the last five years, China has increased its module manufacturing capacity from 64 gigawatts in 2018 to 1,010 gigawatts in 2023.
Regions like Europe and North America plan to increase their production capacity of solar components in the next years, as they currently rely strongly on imports. It is forecast that module production capacity in the U.S. will increase from 29 gigawatts in 2023 to approximately 60 gigawatts in 2026. In Europe, the EU’s Solar Energy Strategy aims to increase the region’s solar PV manufacturing base. As of May 2025, the European Union major countries had a combined module production capacity of slightly over 11 gigawatts.
Use Ask Statista Research Service
November 2025
Worldwide
2000 to 2024
Global solar energy production 2010-2024
Share of solar energy in electricity production in Egypt 2000-2024
Solar energy production in Russia 2015-2023
Solar energy production in Nigeria 2014-2022
* For commercial use only
Basic Account
Starter Account
Professional Account
1 All prices do not include sales tax. The account requires an annual contract and will renew after one year to the regular list price.
Financials
Segments
Competitors
Overview
* For commercial use only
Basic Account
Starter Account
Professional Account
1 All prices do not include sales tax. The account requires an annual contract and will renew after one year to the regular list price.
