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Polymer Solar Cells Market Size

  • Report ID: GMI10695
  • Published Date: Aug 2024
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Polymer Solar Cells Market Size

Polymer Solar Cells Market size was valued at around USD 1.75 billion in 2023 and is anticipated to register a CAGR of over 25.3% between 2024 and 2032. The market focuses on developing, producing, and commercializing solar cells made from organic polymers.

 

These cells, unlike their silicon-based counterparts, use organic materials—like conductive polymers or organic semiconductors—to convert sunlight into electricity. Their benefits include flexibility, light weight, and the potential for cost-effective production through roll-to-roll processing. Applications span residential, commercial, and industrial sectors, with a focus on generating renewable energy. Polymer solar cells are especially suited for unconventional surfaces, like building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV) and portable electronics. Market drivers include advancements in organic semiconductor materials, enhancing efficiency and stability, and a rising demand for sustainable energy. Challenges include achieving efficiency on par with traditional solar tech and scaling up production to meet global energy demands. R&D efforts are directed at boosting performance, extending the lifespan of polymer solar cells, and broadening their applications in emerging technologies.
 

Two major pitfalls in the polymer solar cells market are efficiency and stability, and commercialization challenges. Polymer solar cells currently have lower efficiency and less long-term stability compared to silicon-based solar cells, limiting their competitiveness and adoption in the market. Additionally, scaling up production to a commercial level while maintaining cost-effectiveness and product quality poses significant hurdles, impacting the widespread deployment and acceptance of polymer solar cells.

Authors: Kiran Pulidindi, Manish Verma

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

Polymer solar cells industry size was valued USD 1.75 billion in 2023 and will grow at 25.3% CAGR between 2024 and 2032, fueled by the increasing demand for renewable energy sources, and growing investments in sustainable energy solutions.

The BIPV (building integrated photovoltaic) segment captured 32% of the polymer solar cells industry market share in 2023, driven by the growing emphasis on integrating renewable energy solutions into building designs.

Asia Pacific polymer solar cells industry size achieved USD 655 million in 2023, attributed to the region's rapid adoption of renewable energy technologies and significant investments in sustainable infrastructure.

Prominent players operating in the polymer solar cells industry are Heliatek GmbH, infinityPV ApS, BELECTRIC OPV GmbH (OPVIUS GmbH), SUNEW, Solarmer Energy, Inc., Armor Group, Solvay S.A., Eight19 Ltd., SolarWindow Technologies, Inc., and Raynergy Tek Incorporation, among others.

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