Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BiPV): Market Research Report

April 2018 | 259 pages | ID: BBF99314A65EN
Global Industry Analysts, Inc

Abstracts

This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BiPV) in terms of Annual Installation Capacity in Kilowatts. The Global market is further analyzed by the following Segments: Architectural, Roofing, and Others.

The report provides separate comprehensive analytics for the US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of World. Annual estimates and forecasts are provided for the period 2016 through 2024.

Also, a five-year historic analysis is provided for these markets. Market data and analytics are derived from primary and secondary research.

Company profiles are primarily based on public domain information including company URLs. The report profiles 85 companies including many key and niche players such as -

• Ascent Solar Technologies, Inc.
• Canadian Solar, Inc.
• Greatcell Solar Limited
• First Solar, Inc.
• Hanergy Holding Group Ltd.
• Hanwha Q CELLS Co., Ltd.

Contents

I. INTRODUCTION, METHODOLOGY & PRODUCT DEFINITIONS

II. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

1. INDUSTRY OVERVIEW

BIPV – An Integrated, Economically Viable and Non Renewable Energy Source for Buildings
BIPV: The New Age 'Building Envelope Material' and 'Power Generator'
Shift towards Green Technologies and Government Support BIPV Installations
Outlook
Growth Drivers in a Nutshell
Developed Countries Lead Market, Developing Economies to Spearhead Future Growth
Commercial Sector Leads BIPV Installations
Growing Use of BIPV in Rooftop and Architectural Applications
BIPV Roofing Market – Residential Building Activity Favors Growth
C-Si Technology Continues to Hold Ground in the BIPV Market

Table 1. Global BIPV Market (2016): Percentage Breakdown of Revenues by Technology (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

CIGS – An Emerging Thin Film Technology
Trend towards Green/LEED Buildings Offer Potential
Growing Focus on Renewable Sources of Energy Favors Market Growth

Table 2. Global CO2 Emissions (2015 & 2040): Percentage Breakdown of Volume Emissions by Fuel Type (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Table 3. Targets for Electricity Production from Renewable Energy Sources in Select Countries

Table 4. Top Producers of Electricity from Renewable Sources - Percentage of Electricity Production from Renewable Energy Sources by Country (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Robust Growth for Solar PV Industry: Promising Outlook for BIPV Market

Table 5. Top 10 Countries Worldwide by Annual PV Installed Capacity (2016) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Table 6. Top 10 Countries Worldwide by Cumulative PV Installed Capacity (2016) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Government Participation in Boosting Solar Energy: Critical to Market Fortunes
Growth Barriers/Restraints
Absence of BIPV Specific Standards and Codes
Variation in Measurement Units in Building Sector and PV Industry
Lack of Proper Awareness
Short Duration of Warranty Period for PV Modules
Threat of Competitive Renewable Energy Technologies
A Glance at Competitive Renewable Energy Technologies/Solutions
Others Major Barriers to Growth
Competitive Landscape
BIPV Market Presents Opportunities for Glass Industry Players
Dow Exits CIGS Solar Shingles Market
Bankruptcy of Solar PV Players – Implications for the BIPV Market

2. MARKET TRENDS, ISSUES AND DRIVERS

Spiraling Demand for Electricity Worldwide: A Strong Growth Driver

Table 7. Projected Global Demand for Primary Energy (Mtoe) and Electricity (MWh): 2015, 2020, 2025, 2030 & 2035 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Table 8. Global Delivered Energy Consumption (quadrillion Btu) by End-use Sector (2012, 2020, 2025, 2030, and 2035) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Table 9. Total Consumption for Electricity in TWh for Select Countries (2016) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Table 10. Per Capita Electricity Consumption Worldwide (2016): Ranked by Per Capita Electricity Consumption in ‘000 kWh (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Population Growth & Rapid Pace of Urbanization Aids Market Growth

Table 11. World Population (in Millions) by Geographic Region: 2000, 2010, 2015, 2020, 2030, 2040, and 2050 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Table 12. World Urban Population in Thousands: 1950-2050P (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Table 13. Degree of Urbanization Worldwide: Urban Population as a % of Total Population by Geographic Region for the Years 1990, 2014 & 2050 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Trend towards Zero Energy Building Constructions – An Opportunity for BIPV Market
BIPV – A Vital Element of Smart Cities Initiative
Financial Incentives for Solar PV & BIPV: A Strong Growth Driver
Focus on Energy Efficient Constructions to Drive Prospects for BIPV
Multifunctionality Image Spurs Wider Adoption
Product/Technology Advancements to Back Market Growth
SmartWire Connection Technology (SWCT)
Metal Wrap Through (MWT) Technology
Perovskite Materials
PERC Technology
Organic Solar PV Cells
Dyscrete Building Material
Solar Cloth PVs: A Promising Future
BIPV-T Systems: The Latest in Solar Roofing Technology
BIPV-T Systems for Retrofit Projects
Development of Customized PV Systems: A Key Focus Area
BIPV System in Retrofit Projects: Favorable Prospects in Store
Retrofit BIPV Solutions for Historical Buildings
Solar Tiles and Roofing Shingles Grow in Popularity
Solar-Ready Roofs Gaining Acceptance in Commercial and Residential Buildings
BIPV Glass Market: High Growth on Offer
Technologies used in BIPV Glass
Colored Photovoltaics Systems Set to Gain Momentum
Resurgent Activity in Non-Residential Sector Spurs Growth in BIPV Glass Market
Flexible Thin Film Photovoltaics Gain Attention

3. A GLANCE AT BIPV-RELATED STANDARDS & CODES

Introduction
Why Standards are Needed in BIPV Industry?
International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Standards
IEC 61646 and IEC 61215

IEC 61730

IEC 61724

Underwriters Laboratory (UL) Standards

UL 1703

UL 1741

UL 4703

UL

4. BUILDING INTEGRATED PHOTOVOLTAICS (BIPV) – AN OVERVIEW

5. PRODUCT DEVELOPMENTS/ INTRODUCTIONS

Midsummer Introduces BIPV System
Solarcentury Introduces new BIPV Solar Roof System
Yingli Unveils CleanARC Anti-Reflective (AR) Glass Coating

6. RECENT INDUSTRY ACTIVITY

Greatcell Solar Inks Non-Binding Agreement with JinkoSolar
Specific Consortium Wins UK Funding for Indian BIPV Project
Avancis and Sunpartner Enter into Partnership for BIPV Market
NSG Group Collaborates with Solaria
Clayton Acquires Romag
Dow Chemical Sells Solar Shingle Business
AGC and Solaria Enter into Strategic Partnership
Virte Solar Enters into Agreement with Miasolé for BIPV Roofing Systems
Tesla Collaborates with SolarCity for Unveiling Solar Roof System
SolarCity to Produce BIPV Residential Roofing System in New York Facility
Onyx Solar to Build New BIPV Factory
Orange Solar to Establish a New Solar Module Factory
Hanergy Inaugurates New Thin-Film Retail Stores
Heliatek Supplies HeliaFilm Substrate to BIOPV Project in Singapore
Fujian Apollo Enters into Agreements with Mongolia Manshi Investment Group and Baota Petrochemical Group
Solarwatt Acquires and Rebrands Centrosolar’s French and Benelux Units
Fujian Apollo Bags US$660 Million Order from Shangdong Macrolink
Hanergy TF Announces Supply Deals with Hanergy Group for Thin-Film Products
Hanwha SolarOne Acquires Hanwha Q CELLS
Dyesol Inks HOA with Nesli DSC
Heliatek Successfully Installs HeliaFilm Solar Film on PVC-Based Membrane Air Dome
SunEdison and Adani Sign MoU to Set Up PV Manufacturing Plant

7. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS

Solar Panel/Module Manufacturers
Ascent Solar Technologies, Inc. (USA)
Canadian Solar, Inc. (Canada)
Greatcell Solar Limited (Australia)
First Solar, Inc. (USA)
Hanergy Holding Group Ltd. (China)
Global Solar Energy, Inc. (USA)
Hanwha Q CELLS Co., Ltd. (South Korea)
Heliatek GmbH (Germany)
Sharp Corporation (Japan)
Trina Solar (China)
Wuxi Suntech Power Co., Ltd. (China)
Yingli Green Energy Holding (China)
BIPV Product Manufacturers/Suppliers
Asahi Glass Co., Ltd. (Japan)
BELECTRIC GmbH (Germany)
CertainTeed Corporation (USA)
Ertex solartechnik GmbH (Austria)
Onyx Solar Energy S. L. (Spain)
Romag (UK)
Scheuten Glas Nederland B. V. (Netherlands)

8. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE

Table 16. World Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) by Geographic Region - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Installation Capacity in Kilowatts for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Table 17. World Historic Review for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) by Geographic Region - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Installation Capacity in Kilowatts for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Table 18. World 14-Year Perspective for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Annual Installation Capacity for US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), and Rest of World Markets for Years 2011, 2017 & 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Table 19. World Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) by Segment - Architectural, Roofing and Others Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Installation Capacity in Kilowatts for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Table 20. World Historic Review for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) by Segment - Architectural, Roofing and Others Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Installation Capacity in Kilowatts for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Table 21. World 14-Year Perspective for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Annual Installation Capacity for Architectural, Roofing and Others Markets for Years 2011, 2017 & 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

III. MARKET

1. THE UNITED STATES

A. Market Analysis
Market Overview
Trend towards Green Constructions and LEED Certification Favors Growth
Net Zero Building: The Trend to Watch Out for
Rise in Green Building Programs: Positive Impact on BIPV Market
The California Green Building Standards Code
The San Francisco Green Building Code
Strategic Corporate Developments
Key Players
B. Market Analytics

Table 22. US Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) Market Analyzed with Annual Installation Capacity in Kilowatts for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Table 23. US Historic Review for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) Market Analyzed with Annual Installation Capacity in Kilowatts for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

2. CANADA

A. Market Analysis
Outlook
Canadian Solar, Inc. – A Key Player
B. Market Analytics

Table 24. Canadian Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) Market Analyzed with Annual Installation Capacity in Kilowatts for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Table 25. Canadian Historic Review for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) Market Analyzed with Annual Installation Capacity in Kilowatts for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

3. JAPAN

A. Market Analysis
Outlook
Favorable Government Schemes Propel Growth
Strategic Corporate Development
Key Players
B. Market Analytics

Table 26. Japanese Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) Market Analyzed with Annual Installation Capacity in Kilowatts for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Table 27. Japanese Historic Review for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) Market Analyzed with Annual Installation Capacity in Kilowatts for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

4. EUROPE

A. Market Analysis
Europe – The Largest BIPV Market
Need to Reduce Energy Consumption Drives Demand for BIPV Products

Table 28. Energy Consumption in Europe (2016): Percentage Breakdown of Energy Demand by Sector - Buildings, Industrial and Transportation (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Falling Prices of BIPV to Foster Adoption in European Countries

Table 29. Price Comparison of BIPV Roofing Solutions, Traditional Roofing Materials and In-Roof Mounting System in Europe

Table 30. Price Comparison of BIPV Façade Solutions and Traditional Façade Materials in Europe

Favorable Policy Framework to Stimulate Adoption of BIPV Systems
Support Schemes for BIPV Systems in Select European Countries
European Companies Seek Newer PV Materials
Renovation Market Offer Ample Opportunities for BIPV Products

Table 31. Renovation Rate of Residential Buildings (%) in Select Countries across the EU (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

EU Legislation Brings Good News for BIPV Market
The Directive on Energy Performance in Buildings (EPBD)
Europe’s 2020 Program
B. Market Analytics

Table 32. European Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) by Geographic Region - France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and Rest of Europe Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Installation Capacity in Kilowatts for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Table 33. European Historic Review for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) by Geographic Region - France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and Rest of Europe Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Installation Capacity in Kilowatts for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Table 34. European 14-Year Perspective for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Annual Installation Capacity for France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and Rest of Europe Markets for Years 2011, 2017 & 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

4A. FRANCE

A. Market Analysis
Outlook
Feed-in Tariffs for Solar Power Generation

Table 35. Feed-in-Tariff for BIPV Systems in France (As of Q4 2016) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

B. Market Analytics

Table 36. French Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) Market Analyzed with Annual Installation Capacity in Kilowatts for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Table 37. French Historic Review for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) Market Analyzed with Annual Installation Capacity in Kilowatts for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

4B. GERMANY

A. Market Analysis
Outlook
Rooftop Solar Market to Witness Growth
Feed-in Tariffs for Solar Energy Sector

Table 38. Feed-in-Tariffs for BIPV Installations in Germany (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Strategic Corporate Developments
Key Players
B. Market Analytics

Table 39. German Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) Market Analyzed with Annual Installation Capacity in Kilowatts for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Table 40. German Historic Review for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) Market Analyzed with Annual Installation Capacity in Kilowatts for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

4C. ITALY

A. Market Analysis
Outlook
Government Ceases Provision of Subsidies for Solar Industry
Parliament Passes Retroactive Changes to Feed-in Tariffs for Large Operators
Net Metering Scheme Replaces Feed-in Tariff Program for Small PV Systems
B. Market Analytics

Table 41. Italian Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) Market Analyzed with Annual Installation Capacity in Kilowatts for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Table 42. Italian Historic Review for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) Market Analyzed with Annual Installation Capacity in Kilowatts for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

4D. SPAIN

A. Market Analysis
Overview
Strategic Corporate Development
Onyx Solar Energy S. L. – A Key Player
B. Market Analytics

Table 43. Spanish Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) Market Analyzed with Annual Installation Capacity in Kilowatts for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Table 44. Spanish Historic Review for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) Market Analyzed with Annual Installation Capacity in Kilowatts for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

4E. REST OF EUROPE

A. Market Analysis
Outlook
The United Kingdom
Product Launches
Strategic Corporate Developments
Key Players
B. Market Analytics

Table 45. Rest of Europe Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) Market Analyzed with Annual Installation Capacity in Kilowatts for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Table 46. Rest of Europe Historic Review for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) Market Analyzed with Annual Installation Capacity in Kilowatts for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

5. ASIA-PACIFIC

A. Market Analysis
Outlook
Escalating Energy Demand: A Major Growth Factor for BIPV
Strategic Corporate Development
B. Market Analytics

Table 47. Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) by Geographic Region - China, India and Rest of Asia-Pacific Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Installation Capacity in Kilowatts for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Table 48. Asia-Pacific Historic Review for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) by Geographic Region - China, India and Rest of Asia-Pacific Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Installation Capacity in Kilowatts for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Table 49. Asia-Pacific 14-Year Perspective for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Annual Installation Capacity for China, India and Rest of Asia-Pacific Markets for Years 2011, 2017 & 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

5A. CHINA

A. Market Analysis
Market Overview
Focus on Building Energy Conservation Drives Market Growth
Product Launch
Strategic Corporate Developments
Key Players
B. Market Analytics

Table 50. Chinese Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) Market Analyzed with Annual Installation Capacity in Kilowatts for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Table 51. Chinese Historic Review for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) Market Analyzed with Annual Installation Capacity in Kilowatts for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

5B. INDIA

A. Market Analysis
Outlook
BIPV – An Untapped Market with Tremendous Potential
Challenges Confronting BIPV Adoption
Green Building Movement Bodes Well for BIPV Market
Strategic Corporate Developments
B. Market Analytics

Table 52. Indian Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) Market Analyzed with Annual Installation Capacity in Kilowatts for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Table 53. Indian Historic Review for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) Market Analyzed with Annual Installation Capacity in Kilowatts for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

5C. REST OF ASIA-PACIFIC

A. Market Analysis
Outlook
Australia
BIPV-T Systems for Retrofit Projects
Malaysia: A Nascent Yet High Potential Market
Strategic Corporate Development
Key Players
B. Market Analytics

Table 54. Rest of Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) Market Analyzed with Annual Installation Capacity in Kilowatts for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Table 55. Rest of Asia-Pacific Historic Review for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) Market Analyzed with Annual Installation Capacity in Kilowatts for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

6. REST OF WORLD

A. Market Analysis
Outlook
Middle East
Qatar
Brazil
B. Market Analytics

Table 56. Rest of World Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) Market Analyzed with Annual Installation Capacity in Kilowatts for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Table 57: Rest of World Historic Review for Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) Market Analyzed with Annual Installation Capacity in Kilowatts for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)III-66IV. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Total Companies Profiled: 85 (including Divisions/Subsidiaries - 88)
The United States (16)
Canada (3)
Japan (5)
Europe (51)
  France (2)
  Germany (17)
  The United Kingdom (7)
  Italy (3)
  Spain (2)
  Rest of Europe (20)
Asia-Pacific (Excluding Japan) (13)