Green Energy

Global Green Energy Market to Reach US$2.5 Trillion by 2030

The global market for Green Energy estimated at US$1.1 Trillion in the year 2024, is expected to reach US$2.5 Trillion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 15.0% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Solar Photovoltaic, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 17.1% CAGR and reach US$963.1 Billion by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the Wind Energy segment is estimated at 12.1% CAGR over the analysis period.

The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$283.3 Billion While China is Forecast to Grow at 14.0% CAGR

The Green Energy market in the U.S. is estimated at US$283.3 Billion in the year 2024. China, the world`s second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$384.3 Billion by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 14.0% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at a CAGR of 14.1% and 12.7% respectively over the analysis period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 10.8% CAGR.

Global Green Energy Market – Key Trends & Drivers Summarized

Why Is Green Energy No Longer Optional but a Global Imperative?

Green energy—derived from natural, renewable sources like solar, wind, hydro, geothermal, and biomass—has moved from niche to necessity as the world faces the dual crises of climate change and energy security. The shift away from fossil fuels is being driven by the urgent need to decarbonize economies, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and achieve global climate targets such as those outlined in the Paris Agreement. Green energy is now recognized not only as an environmental solution but also as a long-term economic strategy for sustainable growth, resilience, and technological leadership.

National governments, global corporations, and development institutions are aligning to create massive momentum behind green energy investment. Over 140 countries have now committed to net-zero targets, and renewable energy forms the backbone of these commitments. Simultaneously, volatile fossil fuel prices, geopolitical conflicts disrupting energy supply chains, and concerns over energy independence have accelerated the urgency for cleaner, domestically sourced alternatives. Renewable energy’s falling cost curve—especially for solar and wind—has made it not just viable but competitive, even in regions traditionally dependent on coal and oil.

How Are Technologies and Infrastructure Shaping the Evolution of Green Power?

Technological advancements have been central to the global scale-up of green energy. Solar photovoltaic (PV) technology has achieved record-low prices due to improvements in module efficiency, scalable manufacturing, and widespread deployment. Wind power, both onshore and offshore, has benefitted from larger turbine designs, better grid integration systems, and improved predictive analytics that enhance uptime and energy yield. Battery storage, once a key bottleneck, is advancing rapidly with innovations in lithium-ion, solid-state, and flow battery technologies, enabling round-the-clock green power availability and grid stability.

Grid modernization is another major driver of growth. Smart grids, high-voltage transmission networks, and distributed energy resource (DER) platforms are enabling better integration of variable renewables into national power systems. Decentralized generation models—such as rooftop solar, community wind, and microgrids—are empowering consumers, improving energy access in rural areas, and reducing strain on centralized power infrastructure. Additionally, the rise of green hydrogen—produced via electrolysis using renewable electricity—is opening pathways to decarbonize hard-to-electrify sectors like steel, cement, shipping, and aviation, significantly broadening the scope of green energy.

Which Regions and End-Use Sectors Are Accelerating the Green Energy Transition?

The green energy transition is global, but growth dynamics vary by region. Europe leads in regulatory ambition and adoption rates, with aggressive renewable targets, carbon pricing mechanisms, and subsidies driving clean energy deployment. The U.S. market has been revitalized by the Inflation Reduction Act, which offers sweeping incentives for clean energy projects, manufacturing, and green technology innovation. In the Asia-Pacific region, China remains the world’s largest installer of solar and wind capacity, while countries like India, Japan, South Korea, and Australia are rapidly expanding their green energy infrastructure.

End-use demand is expanding across multiple sectors. Utilities remain the primary offtakers of renewable power through power purchase agreements (PPAs) and utility-scale projects. However, corporate procurement of green energy is surging, led by tech companies, manufacturers, and data center operators seeking to meet ESG commitments and reduce operational emissions. Residential and commercial rooftop solar adoption is also growing, fueled by falling installation costs, energy bill savings, and supportive policy frameworks. Meanwhile, the transportation sector is integrating renewables through electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, while heavy industries are beginning to pivot to green hydrogen and electrified processes.

The Growth in the Green Energy Market Is Driven by Several Factors…

The growth in the green energy market is driven by several factors directly tied to technology scalability, sectoral integration, and evolving policy landscapes. Technologically, the rapid cost declines and efficiency gains in solar PV, wind turbines, battery storage, and green hydrogen electrolysis have significantly improved the feasibility of widespread renewable deployment. Continued innovation in digital energy management, smart grid systems, and predictive analytics is enhancing system reliability and reducing intermittency challenges.

On the end-use side, rising global energy demand, coupled with decarbonization mandates across power generation, transport, and industry, is fueling sustained demand for renewables. Corporate sustainability goals and mandatory carbon disclosure frameworks are pressuring businesses to procure clean energy at scale, while consumers increasingly favor renewable-powered homes and vehicles. Furthermore, regulatory support in the form of feed-in tariffs, tax credits, renewable portfolio standards, and green bond financing is unlocking capital and de-risking investments. As global institutions redirect capital from fossil fuels to sustainable energy infrastructure, the green energy market is poised for exponential growth and long-term transformation.

SCOPE OF STUDY:

The report analyzes the Green Energy market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:

Segments:
Product Type (Solar Photovoltaic, Wind Energy, Hydroelectric Power, Biofuels, Geothermal Energy); End-User (Residential, Commercial, Industrial)

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) -

• Adani Green Energy Ltd.
• AES Corporation
• Brookfield Renewable Partners
• Canadian Solar Inc.
• Daqo New Energy Corp.
• EDF Renewables
• Enel Green Power
• First Solar, Inc.
• GE Vernova
• Iberdrola S.A.
• JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd.
• Neoen S.A.
• NextEra Energy, Inc.
• Ørsted A/S
• Ørsted A/S
• ReNew Energy Global PLC
• Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy
• SunPower Corporation
• TotalEnergies SE
• Vestas Wind Systems A/S

TARIFF IMPACT FACTOR

Our new release incorporates impact of tariffs on geographical markets as we predict a shift in competitiveness of companies based on HQ country, manufacturing base, exports and imports (finished goods and OEM). This intricate and multifaceted market reality will impact competitors by artificially increasing the COGS, reducing profitability, reconfiguring supply chains, amongst other micro and macro market dynamics.

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