Automation Solutions for Renewable Power Generation

Global Automation Solutions for Renewable Power Generation Market to Reach US$17.0 Billion by 2030

The global market for Automation Solutions for Renewable Power Generation estimated at US$13.7 Billion in the year 2024, is expected to reach US$17.0 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 3.7% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Asset Management Application, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 3.2% CAGR and reach US$7.5 Billion by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the Process Control Application segment is estimated at 3.1% CAGR over the analysis period.

The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$3.6 Billion While China is Forecast to Grow at 3.7% CAGR

The Automation Solutions for Renewable Power Generation market in the U.S. is estimated at US$3.6 Billion in the year 2024. China, the world`s second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$2.8 Billion by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 3.7% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at a CAGR of 3.3% and 3.3% respectively over the analysis period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 3.1% CAGR.

Global Automation Solutions for Renewable Power Generation Market – Key Trends & Drivers Summarized

Why Is Automation Crucial to the Future of Renewable Power Generation?

As the global energy sector accelerates its shift from fossil fuels to cleaner alternatives, the importance of automation in renewable power generation has never been more pronounced. Renewable energy systems—whether solar farms, wind parks, hydro plants, or bioenergy facilities—operate in complex, dynamic environments that demand real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and grid responsiveness. Automation ensures optimal performance by managing these variables continuously, adjusting operations for weather conditions, load demands, and equipment health. It also enables decentralized energy systems to function harmoniously across geographies. In an era where reliability, efficiency, and scalability of clean energy are paramount to national and corporate decarbonization goals, automation technologies provide the digital backbone that keeps renewable assets productive, secure, and integrated with the wider energy infrastructure. This is especially vital as utilities navigate the growing volatility of energy supply and demand due to climate variability and evolving consumption patterns.

What Technologies Are Transforming the Automation of Clean Energy Systems?

Technological innovation is radically enhancing the functionality and value of automation in renewable power plants. SCADA systems, once used primarily for basic monitoring, are now integrated with AI and machine learning to enable advanced analytics, fault detection, and performance optimization. Digital twin technology allows for real-time simulations of wind turbines and solar arrays, predicting how environmental conditions will affect output and enabling operators to proactively mitigate inefficiencies. Edge computing and 5G are reducing latency in data transfer, empowering on-site controllers to respond instantly to operational anomalies. Automated weather forecasting tools and irradiance sensors help optimize panel angles and turbine blade pitches for maximum output. In energy storage systems—crucial for managing intermittency—automation plays a central role in charge/discharge cycles, thermal management, and safety regulation. Additionally, microgrid controllers and inverter-based systems are using sophisticated automation logic to balance loads across hybrid setups that combine renewables with battery storage, diesel backup, or grid interconnects.

How Are Utilities and Governments Leveraging Automation in the Green Transition?

Governments and utility providers are increasingly integrating automation as a strategic enabler of their green energy mandates. Utilities are deploying automation to facilitate real-time demand-response programs and smart grid management, enabling faster transitions between distributed energy sources without manual intervention. National and regional grid operators rely on automated systems to maintain grid stability as variable renewable inputs increase, using automation to dispatch reserves, forecast loads, and execute frequency regulation. Many governments are also funding “smart renewable” pilot projects that combine IoT, automation, and blockchain for transparent energy trading, especially in community solar or peer-to-peer energy networks. Meanwhile, energy developers are embedding automated controls in the design phase of new projects to qualify for green bonds or government incentives, which increasingly require proof of efficiency and long-term sustainability. As the global energy mix diversifies, automation ensures that renewables can scale responsibly while delivering consistent and traceable output, even in challenging or remote locations.

What Is Fueling the Growth of Automation in This Sector?

The growth in the automation solutions for renewable power generation market is driven by several factors. First, the intermittent nature of renewable resources—such as sunlight and wind—necessitates sophisticated automation to balance production and consumption seamlessly. Second, the scaling up of utility-scale renewable projects requires advanced control systems for operational efficiency, equipment health management, and grid synchronization. Third, the emergence of hybrid power systems and microgrids is creating demand for automation solutions capable of integrating multiple energy sources in real time. Fourth, global government policies promoting decarbonization and offering financial incentives for smart energy projects are encouraging the adoption of automated control infrastructure. Fifth, the rising cost of energy downtime and asset inefficiency is prompting energy operators to deploy automation for predictive maintenance, anomaly detection, and performance benchmarking. Lastly, as cyber threats to critical energy infrastructure grow, there is a surge in demand for automation solutions with built-in cybersecurity features, enhancing the resilience of renewable energy systems worldwide.

SCOPE OF STUDY:

The report analyzes the Automation Solutions for Renewable Power Generation market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:

Segments:
Application (Asset Management Application, Process Control Application, Remote Monitoring Application, Other Applications); End-Use (Solar Energy End-Use, Wind Energy End-Use, Other End-Uses)

Geographic Regions/Countries:
World; United States; Canada; Japan; China; Europe (France; Germany; Italy; United Kingdom; and Rest of Europe); Asia-Pacific; Rest of World.

Select Competitors (Total 36 Featured) -

• ABB Ltd.
• AutoGrid Systems, Inc.
• Chint Group
• Dalkia
• Eaton Corporation plc
• Emerson Electric Co.
• Enel Green Power S.p.A.
• Enphase Energy, Inc.
• GE Vernova
• GridPoint
• Hitachi Energy Ltd.
• Honeywell International Inc.
• Maverick Technologies
• NovaSource Power Services
• Rockwell Automation, Inc.
• Schneider Electric SE
• Siemens AG
• SMA Solar Technology AG
• Stem, Inc.
• Vestas Wind Systems A/S

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