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Solar PV Backsheet Market Size

  • Report ID: GMI2184
  • Published Date: Nov 2024
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Solar PV Backsheet Market Size

Solar PV Backsheet market size was valued USD 14.2 Billion in 2024 and is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 2.2% by 2034. A solar PV backsheet is a critical component of a photovoltaic solar panel, serving as the outermost layer of the module. It is a protective material that lies beneath the solar cells and helps ensure the panel's durability, safety, and efficiency over its lifetime.

 

Technical advancements in material science and manufacturing techniques have influenced the choice and design of backsheets. Increasing focus on recyclable backsheets and those that contain fewer toxic materials along with global push to develop biodegradable and circular economy-based solutions will drive the business scenario. Moreover, Backsheet materials are being developed with better thermal dissipation properties to maintain the solar cells performance under high temperatures, thereby augmenting the product demand.
 

Solar PV backsheets primarily serve to insulate electrically, resist moisture, and shield against UV radiation, adverse weather, and potential mechanical harm. Increasing investments, bolstered by regulated fund circulation in emerging markets, combined with the backsheets resilience to extreme environmental conditions, are set to influence the business statistics. National renewable integration goals and increasing public support for environmental security will drive large-scale unit deployments worldwide. Additionally, growing investments, supported by optimized fund circulation organized by regulators in emerging markets, will propel industry growth.

Authors: Ankit Gupta, Srishti Agarwal

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The market size of solar PV backsheet exceeded USD 12.4 billion in 2022 and is estimated to register 2.2% CAGR during 2023 to 2032, driven by the increasing public support for environmental security.

Demand for > 500 micrometer solar PV backsheets is anticipated to generate more than USD 5.9 billion by 2032 owing to the ongoing technological advancements in large-scale solar applications.

European solar PV backsheet industry will observe 3% growth between 2023 and 2032 attributed to the presence of regulatory standards and certifications that require adherence to quality, safety, and durability guidelines.

Some solar PV backsheet industry leaders include ISOVOLTAIC AG, COVEME s.p.a., TOYO ALUMINIUM K.K., TAIFLEX Scientific Co., Ltd, 3M, DuPont, Krempel GmbH, Targray, Jiangsu Zhongtian Technology Co., Ltd., RenewSys India Pvt. Ltd., SILFAB SOLAR INC., Endurans™ Solar, DUNMORE, and Arkema

The global market for solar PV backsheet was reached USD 14.2 billion in 2024 and is estimated to grow at a 2.2% CAGR from 2025 to 2034, driven by the increasing adoption of sustainable energy technologies.

The TPT-Primed segment is anticipated to exceed USD 1.1 billion by 2034, due to its ability to withstand harsh environmental conditions, ensuring the longevity of solar PV modules.

The >500 micrometer segment is projected to grow at a CAGR of over 1% by 2034, as thicker backsheets enhance protection and durability of solar modules.

The Europe solar PV backsheet market is expected to surpass USD 2.5 billion by 2034, led by stringent regulatory standards and national initiatives aimed at reducing carbon emissions.

Key players in the industry include 3M, Arkema, Coveme, DuPont, Dunmore, Endurans Solar, Isovoltaic, Jiangsu Zhongtian Technology, Krempel, Renewsys India, Silfab Solar, Taiflex Scientific, Targray, Toyo Aluminium, and Vikram Solar.

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  • Base Year: 2024
  • Companies covered: 15
  • Tables & Figures: 20
  • Countries covered: 47
  • Pages: 80
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