Global Ground Mounted Solar EPC Market to Reach US$123.7 Billion by 2030
The global market for Ground Mounted Solar EPC estimated at US$106.8 Billion in the year 2024, is expected to reach US$123.7 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 2.5% over the analysis period 2024-2030. 1 - 3 MW Capacity, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 1.9% CAGR and reach US$51.9 Billion by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the 3 - 10 MW Capacity segment is estimated at 2.3% CAGR over the analysis period.
The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$29.1 Billion While China is Forecast to Grow at 4.7% CAGR
The Ground Mounted Solar EPC market in the U.S. is estimated at US$29.1 Billion in the year 2024. China, the world`s second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$23.6 Billion by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 4.7% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at a CAGR of 1.0% and 1.8% respectively over the analysis period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 1.3% CAGR.
The global shift toward renewable energy is driving significant growth in the Ground Mounted Solar EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) market. Governments and private entities are investing in large-scale solar farms to transition away from fossil fuels and meet decarbonization targets. Ground-mounted solar projects, which offer higher efficiency and scalability than rooftop installations, require specialized EPC services to ensure seamless project execution. These services include site selection, design optimization, procurement of photovoltaic (PV) modules, structural engineering, and grid integration. With increasing support for utility-scale solar projects through government subsidies, tax incentives, and favorable policies, the demand for solar EPC providers is surging. However, challenges such as land acquisition complexities, grid connectivity issues, and fluctuating raw material prices remain key obstacles. Despite these concerns, the growing urgency for sustainable energy solutions is expected to drive expansion in the solar EPC sector.
Advancements in digitalization, automation, and AI-driven project management are enhancing efficiency in ground-mounted solar EPC services. The adoption of drone-based site assessments, geographic information system (GIS) mapping, and AI-powered solar yield optimization is improving decision-making and reducing project timelines. Additionally, prefabricated and modular solar mounting structures are streamlining installation processes, cutting labor costs, and minimizing on-site construction time. Robotic cleaning systems and smart inverters are further enhancing long-term operational efficiency, reducing maintenance costs, and improving energy output. However, integrating these advanced technologies into EPC workflows requires significant capital investment, which may pose challenges for smaller solar contractors. Despite these hurdles, the increasing adoption of AI-driven planning tools and digital twins in solar EPC projects is expected to improve project efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
The growing integration of energy storage solutions with ground-mounted solar projects is reshaping EPC strategies. Solar farms are increasingly incorporating battery storage systems to ensure grid stability, enable energy arbitrage, and enhance power availability during low sunlight periods. EPC providers are adapting to these trends by developing hybrid solar-plus-storage project models that optimize both solar generation and battery storage deployment. However, the high cost of energy storage systems and evolving regulatory frameworks for grid-scale storage remain challenges for EPC providers. As advancements in battery technology continue, including improvements in lithium-ion and emerging solid-state batteries, EPC firms are expected to integrate storage solutions more efficiently into their project designs.
The growth in the ground-mounted solar EPC market is driven by several factors, including increasing investments in utility-scale solar projects, government incentives for renewable energy development, and advancements in solar EPC technology. The declining cost of photovoltaic panels, combined with improved grid connectivity and financing options, is further boosting the adoption of large-scale solar farms. The rise of AI-driven project management tools, modular solar mounting structures, and digital twin technology is enhancing efficiency in solar EPC workflows. Additionally, the growing demand for hybrid solar-plus-storage solutions is reshaping EPC strategies, driving new business opportunities. While challenges such as land use restrictions, raw material price volatility, and policy uncertainties persist, the rapid transition toward clean energy solutions is expected to sustain long-term growth in the ground-mounted solar EPC market.
SCOPE OF STUDY: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.
We are diligently following expert opinions of leading Chief Economists (14,949), Think Tanks (62), Trade & Industry bodies (171) worldwide, as they assess impact and address new market realities for their ecosystems. Experts and economists from every major country are tracked for their opinions on tariffs and how they will impact their countries.
We expect this chaos to play out over the next 2-3 months and a new world order is established with more clarity. We are tracking these developments on a real time basis.
As we release this report, U.S. Trade Representatives are pushing their counterparts in 183 countries for an early closure to bilateral tariff negotiations. Most of the major trading partners also have initiated trade agreements with other key trading nations, outside of those in the works with the United States. We are tracking such secondary fallouts as supply chains shift.
To our valued clients, we say, we have your back. We will present a simplified market reassessment by incorporating these changes!
APRIL 2025: NEGOTIATION PHASE
Our April release addresses the impact of tariffs on the overall global market and presents market adjustments by geography. Our trajectories are based on historic data and evolving market impacting factors.
JULY 2025 FINAL TARIFF RESET
Complimentary Update: Our clients will also receive a complimentary update in July after a final reset is announced between nations. The final updated version incorporates clearly defined Tariff Impact Analyses.
Reciprocal and Bilateral Trade & Tariff Impact Analyses:
USA
CHINA
MEXICO
CANADA
EU
JAPAN
INDIA
176 OTHER COUNTRIES.
Leading Economists - Our knowledge base tracks 14,949 economists including a select group of most influential Chief Economists of nations, think tanks, trade and industry bodies, big enterprises, and domain experts who are sharing views on the fallout of this unprecedented paradigm shift in the global econometric landscape. Most of our 16,491+ reports have incorporated this two-stage release schedule based on milestones.
Please note: Reports are sold as single-site single-user licenses. Electronic versions require 24-48 hours as each copy is customized to the client with digital controls and custom watermarks. The Publisher uses digital controls protecting against copying and printing is restricted to one full copy to be used at the same location.Learn how to effectively navigate the market research process to help guide your organization on the journey to success.
Download eBook