The global floating solar panels market size is expected to reach USD 172.90 million in 2030 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 23.0% from 2025 to 2030. The technical aspect of floating solar technology is projected to observe substantial growth over the estimated period owing to the growing demand for dependable renewable sources of energy for power generation. In addition, the reduction in land-related costs is likely to boost the demand over the forecast period. The stationary floating solar panels segment led the market in 2024. The segment is expected to keep its leading position over the forecast period. Stationary floating solar panels do not take up land area and are easy to install. These panels can be deployed easily on a body of water, such as a reservoir or a lake.

Stationary floating solar panels also double as shades for the water body, which reduces the evaporation of water. The increasing emphasis by various governments on the usage of renewable sources of energy for electricity generation coupled with efforts towards decreasing environmental pollution by reducing the dependence on fossil fuels is likely to have a positive influence on the market over the forecast period. Tracking floating solar panels are projected to witness increased demand over the forecast period owing to the augmented efficiency of the panels with a tracking technique. The increasing investments in R&D by manufacturers and installers to decrease the cost of the tracking technology are expected to strengthen market growth. Japan was the largest country-level market in 2019 due to the low availability of land and promising government initiatives to encourage the usage of renewable energy.

Floating Solar Panels Market Report Highlights

• In terms of revenue, the stationery floating solar panels segment led the market with the largest revenue share of 80.51% in 2024. Stationary floating solar panels can be deployed easily on a body of water such as a reservoir or a lake.
• In 2024, Asia Pacific accounted for the largest revenue share. Countries like Japan and China are investing heavily into the adoption of floating solar panels, which drives the market growth.
• Various strategic initiatives were recorded over the past few years to boost the growth of the market.
• For instance, in October 2018, KYOCERA Corp. formed a joint venture with Tokyo Century to open the largest floating solar park in Japan.
• The floating solar park has a capacity of 13.7MW and is installed in Yamakura Dam reservoir in Ichihara, Chiba Prefecture, Japan.

Floating Solar Panels Market Segmentation

Grand View Research has segmented the global floating solar panels market report based on the product type, and region:

Floating Solar Panels Product Type Outlook (Capacity, MW; Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

• Tracking Floating Solar Panels
• Stationary Floating Solar Panels

Floating Solar Panels Regional Outlook (Capacity, MW; Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

• North America
  • US
• Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • South Korea
• Central and South America
• Middle East and Africa

List of Key Players

• KYOCERA Corporation
• Trina Solar
• Yellow Tropus Pvt. Ltd
• Wuxi Suntech Power Co., Ltd.
• Yingli Solar
• Ciel & Terre International
• LONGi Solar
• JA SOLAR Technology Co. Ltd.
• Hanwha Group
• Vikram Solar Limited
• GCL-SI; Talesun
• Pristine Sun Corp
• Sharp Corporation
• ITOCHU Corporation

Recent Developments

• In August 2024, the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) has announced the start of commercial operations for a hybrid hydro-floating solar power project at the Ubol Ratana Dam. This innovative project combines hydroelectric power with floating solar panels, aiming to enhance energy efficiency and sustainability. The initiative is expected to contribute significantly to Thailand's renewable energy goals by increasing electricity generation while minimizing land use.
• In March 2024, the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has selected Larsen and Toubro Ltd (L&T) as the lowest bidder for a 100 MW floating solar project in Jharkhand, specifically at Getalsud Dam in Ranchi. L&T will handle the entire process, which includes the design, engineering, supply, construction, and commissioning of the solar plant, along with five years of operations and maintenance. The project is expected to be completed within 12 months, with a total contract value of INR 606.14 crore (approximately USD 73.24 million) for both the construction and maintenance phases.

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