{"id":7391,"date":"2025-08-19T15:05:00","date_gmt":"2025-08-19T15:05:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lemonde.express\/united-states-solar-energy-market-size-to-reach-412-gw-by-2030-at-a-15-11-cagr-residential-solar-growth-outpaces-utility-scale-shift\/"},"modified":"2025-08-19T15:31:54","modified_gmt":"2025-08-19T15:31:54","slug":"united-states-solar-energy-market-size-to-reach-412-gw-by-2030-at-a-15-11-cagr-residential-solar-growth-outpaces-utility-scale-shift","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lemonde.express\/en\/united-states-solar-energy-market-size-to-reach-412-gw-by-2030-at-a-15-11-cagr-residential-solar-growth-outpaces-utility-scale-shift\/","title":{"rendered":"United States Solar Energy Market Size to Reach 412 GW by 2030 at a 15.11% CAGR; Residential Solar Growth Outpaces Utility-Scale Shift"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p><strong>U.S. Solar Energy Market Overview:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>United States Solar Energy Market\u00a0<\/strong>is on track to nearly double from\u00a0203.85\u202fgigawatts (GW)\u00a0in 2025 to a substantial\u00a0412\u202fGW\u00a0by 2030, reflecting a strong\u00a015.11% compound annual growth rate (CAGR)\u00a0over the period.\u00a0With solar now the fastest\u2011growing source of new electricity capacity in the country, this growth is shaped by a confluence of policy support, surging domestic production, and sharp cost declines.\u00a0This release outlines the key trends, market breakdowns, and major players steering the industry forward.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Browse Full Report Details:\u00a0<\/em><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mordorintelligence.com\/industry-reports\/united-states-solar-energy-market?utm_source=emailwire\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.mordorintelligence.com\/industry-reports\/united-states-solar-energy-market?utm_source=emailwire<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Key Trends in the U.S. Solar Energy Market<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Stable Policy Backing and Tax Support<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>One of the pillars supporting solar growth is a secure\u00a0<strong>10\u2011year tax incentive framework<\/strong>, anchored by the\u00a0<strong>Inflation Reduction Act<\/strong>. This has underpinned demand and built investor confidence in both large and small\u2011scale solar projects.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Surge in U.S. Solar Manufacturing<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Domestic solar production has accelerated significantly. Today, U.S. factories satisfy approximately\u00a0<strong>70% of domestic module demand<\/strong>, reflecting swift expansion in module and cell output.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cost Reduction Drives Utility-Scale Advantage<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Utility\u2011scale developments dominate current solar capacity. Thanks to low production costs-<strong>sub\u2011$40 per megawatt\u2011hour<\/strong>\u00a0in areas with high sunlight-these large solar farms remain highly competitive.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Fastest Growth in Residential Segment<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>While utility\u2011scale holds\u00a0<strong>72% of solar market share<\/strong>\u00a0in 2024, the\u00a0<strong>residential segment is expected to grow fastest<\/strong>, with an anticipated\u00a0<strong>20% CAGR<\/strong>\u00a0through 2030.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Geography: Texas Leads, Distributed Solar Grows<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Texas continues to set the pace, adding\u00a0<strong>6.5<\/strong><strong>\u202fGW<\/strong>\u00a0in 2024-about\u00a0<strong>30% of national solar additions<\/strong>. It is projected to add a further 24\u202fGW by 2030. This impressive growth has pushed solar generation to over\u00a0<strong>10% of electricity supply<\/strong>\u00a0in parts of the state.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Gain strategic clarity across global and local markets-download the Japanese edition for region-specific insights:\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mordorintelligence.com\/ja\/industry-reports\/united-states-solar-energy-market?utm_source=emailwire\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.mordorintelligence.com\/ja\/industry-reports\/united-states-solar-energy-market?utm_source=emailwire<\/a><strong>\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Market Segmentation of the U.S. Solar Energy Market<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The U.S. solar sector is segmented across technology, mounting type, and end\u2011use. Here\u2019s how the breakdown looks:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>By Technology<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Solar photovoltaic (PV)\u00a0dominates the market with\u00a092% market share\u00a0in 2024.<\/li>\n<li>Concentrated Solar Power (CSP), although a smaller base, is forecast to grow at a faster\u00a017% CAGR\u00a0through 2030.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>By Mounting Types<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Ground\u2011mounted systems\u00a0account for\u00a077%\u00a0of the market in 2024.<\/li>\n<li>Floating solar\u00a0is expected to expand rapidly, posting a\u00a023% CAGR\u00a0to 2030.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>By End\u2011User<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Utility\u2011scale\u00a0remains dominant with\u00a072% share.<\/li>\n<li>Residential solar\u00a0leads growth trajectory with a robust\u00a020% CAGR\u00a0through 2030.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Geographic Highlight<\/strong><br \/>Texas continues to drive growth with 6.5\u202fGW added in 2024, projected to contribute another 24\u202fGW by 2030. Solar\u2019s share of electricity in key Texas grids now exceeds 10%.<\/p>\n<p><em>Get Competitive Landscape Outlook:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mordorintelligence.com\/industry-reports\/united-states-solar-energy-market\/companies?utm_source=emailwire\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.mordorintelligence.com\/industry-reports\/united-states-solar-energy-market\/companies?utm_source=emailwire<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Key Players in the U.S. Solar Energy Market<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>First Solar Inc.<\/li>\n<li>NextEra Energy Inc.<\/li>\n<li>Hanwha Q CELLS USA<\/li>\n<li>Canadian Solar Inc.<\/li>\n<li>Tesla Energy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These key players emerge from the Mordor Intelligence list of top U.S. solar energy companies for 2023\u20132024.\u00a0Additional notable names include\u00a0<strong>SunPower<\/strong>,\u00a0<strong>JinkoSolar<\/strong>,\u00a0<strong>Sunrun<\/strong>,\u00a0<strong>8minute Solar Energy<\/strong>,\u00a0<strong>Enphase Energy<\/strong>, among others<\/p>\n<p><strong>Conclusion: Outlook for the U.S. Solar Energy Market<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>While utility-scale solar remains the dominant source of capacity today, the\u00a0<strong>residential segment is where we expect the fastest growth<\/strong>, marking a shift in how Americans access solar power.<\/p>\n<p>Technology trends show PV dominating, but CSP and floating solar are gaining momentum. Texas is powering ahead geographically, while major companies from First Solar to Tesla continue expanding their reach. For those tracking energy markets or considering investment in solar, these trends signal a robust and evolving U.S. solar landscape.<\/p>\n<p><em>Explore Our Full Library of Energy &amp; Power Research Industry Reports:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mordorintelligence.com\/market-analysis\/energy-power?utm_source=emailwire\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.mordorintelligence.com\/market-analysis\/energy-power?utm_source=emailwire<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Explore Related Reports:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Renewable Energy Market<\/strong>: The Renewable Energy Market Report is Segmented by Technology (Solar Energy, Wind Energy, Hydropower, Bioenergy, Geothermal, and Ocean Energy), End-User (Utility, Commercial and Industrial, and Residential), and Geography (North America, Asia-Pacific, Europe, South America, and Middle East and Africa). The Market Sizes and Forecasts are Provided in Terms of Installed Capacity (GW).<\/p>\n<p><em>Browse Full Insights:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mordorintelligence.com\/industry-reports\/global-renewable-energy-market-industry?utm_source=emailwire\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.mordorintelligence.com\/industry-reports\/global-renewable-energy-market-industry?utm_source=emailwire<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>North America Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Market<\/strong>: The North America Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Market is segmented by Application (Residential, Commercial, and Utility), Deployment (Ground Mounted and Rooftop Solar), Technology (Crystalline Solar and Thin Film), and Geography (United States, Canada, and Mexico). The report offers the market size and forecasts installed capacity (GW) for all the above segments.<\/p>\n<p><em>Browse Full Insights:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mordorintelligence.com\/industry-reports\/north-america-solar-photovoltaic-market?utm_source=emailwire\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.mordorintelligence.com\/industry-reports\/north-america-solar-photovoltaic-market?utm_source=emailwire<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Off-Grid Solar Energy Market<\/strong>: The Report Covers the Global Off-Grid Solar Energy Market Size and Share, and It is Segmented by End User (Residential, Commercial, and Industrial) and Geography (North America, Asia-Pacific, Europe, South America, and Middle East and Africa). The Market Size and Forecasts for the Off-Grid Solar Energy Market are Provided in Terms of Revenue (USD) for all the Above Segments.<\/p>\n<p><em>Browse Full Insights:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mordorintelligence.com\/industry-reports\/off-grid-solar-energy-market?utm_source=emailwire\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.mordorintelligence.com\/industry-reports\/off-grid-solar-energy-market?utm_source=emailwire<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>About Mordor Intelligence:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Mordor Intelligence is a trusted partner for businesses seeking comprehensive and actionable market intelligence. Our global reach, expert team, and tailored solutions empower organizations and individuals to make informed decisions, navigate complex markets, and achieve their strategic goals.<\/p>\n<p>With a team of over 550 domain experts and on-ground specialists spanning 150+ countries, Mordor Intelligence possesses a unique understanding of the global business landscape. 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