In 2023, net solar power generation in the United States reached its highest point yet at 164.5 terawatt hours of solar thermal and photovoltaic (PV) power. Solar power generation has increased drastically over the past two decades, especially since 2011, when it hovered just below two terawatt hours.

The U.S. solar industry

In the United States, an exceptionally high number of solar-related jobs are based in California. With a boost from state legislation, California has long been a forerunner in solar technology. In the second quarter of 2022, it had a cumulative solar PV capacity of more than 37 gigawatts. Outside of California, Texas, Florida, and North Carolina were the states with the largest solar PV capacity.

Clean energy in the U.S.
In recent years, solar power generation has seen more rapid growth than wind power in the United States. However, among renewables used for electricity, wind has been a more common and substantial source for the past decade. Wind power surpassed conventional hydropower as the largest source of renewable electricity in 2019. While there are major environmental costs often associated with the construction and operation of large hydropower facilities, hydro remains a vital source of electricity generation for the United States.

Solar energy accounted for some 5.6 percent of electricity generation in the United States in 2023, up from a 4.8 percent share a year earlier. California was the state with the largest percentage of its electricity generation covered by solar, with approximately 27.3 percent.

Solar Footprints in CaliforniaThis GIS dataset consists of polygons that represent the footprints of solar powered electric generation facilities and related infrastructure in California called Solar Footprints. The location of solar footprints was identified using other existing solar footprint datasets from various sources along with imagery interpretation. CEC staff reviewed footprints identified with imagery and digitized polygons to match the visual extent of each facility. Previous datasets of existing solar footprints used to locate solar facilities include: GIS Layers: (1) California Solar Footprints, (2) UC Berkeley Solar Points, (3) Kruitwagen et al. 2021, (4) BLM Renewable Project Facilities, (5) Quarterly Fuel and Energy Report (QFER)Imagery Datasets: Esri World Imagery, USGS National Agriculture Imagery Program (NAIP), 2020 SENTINEL 2 Satellite Imagery, 2023Solar facilities with large footprints such as parking lot solar, large rooftop solar, and ground solar were included in the solar footprint dataset. Small scale solar (approximately less than 0.5 acre) and residential footprints were not included. No other data was used in the production of these shapes. Definitions for the solar facilities identified via imagery are subjective and described as follows: Rooftop Solar: Solar arrays located on rooftops of large buildings. Parking lot Solar: Solar panels on parking lots roughly larger than 1 acre, or clusters of solar panels in adjacent parking lots. Ground Solar: Solar panels located on ground roughly larger than 1 acre, or large clusters of smaller scale footprints. Once all footprints identified by the above criteria were digitized for all California counties, the features were visually classified into ground, parking and rooftop categories. The features were also classified into rural and urban types using the 42 U.S. Code § 1490 definition for rural. In addition, the distance to the closest substation and the percentile category of this distance (e.g. 0-25th percentile, 25th-50th percentile) was also calculated. The coverage provided by this data set should not be assumed to be a complete accounting of solar footprints in California. Rather, this dataset represents an attempt to improve upon existing solar feature datasets and to update the inventory of "large" solar footprints via imagery, especially in recent years since previous datasets were published. This procedure produced a total solar project footprint of 150,250 acres. Attempts to classify these footprints and isolate the large utility-scale projects from the smaller rooftop solar projects identified in the data set is difficult. The data was gathered based on imagery, and project information that could link multiple adjacent solar footprints under one larger project is not known. However, partitioning all solar footprints that are at least partly outside of the techno-economic exclusions and greater than 7 acres yields a total footprint size of 133,493 acres. These can be approximated as utility-scale footprints. Metadata: (1) CBI Solar FootprintsAbstract: Conservation Biology Institute (CBI) created this dataset of solar footprints in California after it was found that no such dataset was publicly available at the time (Dec 2015-Jan 2016). This dataset is used to help identify where current ground based, mostly utility scale, solar facilities are being constructed and will be used in a larger landscape intactness model to help guide future development of renewable energy projects. The process of digitizing these footprints first began by utilizing an excel file from the California Energy Commission with lat/long coordinates of some of the older and bigger locations. After projecting those points and locating the facilities utilizing NAIP 2014 imagery, the developed area around each facility was digitized. While interpreting imagery, there were some instances where a fenced perimeter was clearly seen and was slightly larger than the actual footprint. For those cases the footprint followed the fenced perimeter since it limits wildlife movement through the area. In other instances, it was clear that the top soil had been scraped of any vegetation, even outside of the primary facility footprint. These footprints included the areas that were scraped within the fencing since, especially in desert systems, it has been near permanently altered. Other sources that guided the search for solar facilities included the Energy Justice Map, developed by the Energy Justice Network which can be found here:https://www.energyjustice.net/map/searchobject.php?gsMapsize=large&giCurrentpageiFacilityid;=1&gsTable;=facility&gsSearchtype;=advancedThe Solar Energy Industries Association’s “Project Location Map” which can be found here: https://www.seia.org/map/majorprojectsmap.phpalso assisted in locating newer facilities along with the "Power Plants" shapefile, updated in December 16th, 2015, downloaded from the U.S. Energy Information Administration located here:https://www.eia.gov/maps/layer_info-m.cfmThere were some facilities that were stumbled upon while searching for others, most of these are smaller scale sites located near farm infrastructure. Other sites were located by contacting counties that had solar developments within the county. Still, others were located by sleuthing around for proposals and company websites that had images of the completed facility. These helped to locate the most recently developed sites and these sites were digitized based on landmarks such as ditches, trees, roads and other permanent structures.Metadata: (2) UC Berkeley Solar PointsUC Berkeley report containing point location for energy facilities across the United States.2022_utility-scale_solar_data_update.xlsm (live.com)Metadata: (3) Kruitwagen et al. 2021Abstract: Photovoltaic (PV) solar energy generating capacity has grown by 41 per cent per year since 2009. Energy system projections that mitigate climate change and aid universal energy access show a nearly ten-fold increase in PV solar energy generating capacity by 2040. Geospatial data describing the energy system are required to manage generation intermittency, mitigate climate change risks, and identify trade-offs with biodiversity, conservation and land protection priorities caused by the land-use and land-cover change necessary for PV deployment. Currently available inventories of solar generating capacity cannot fully address these needs. Here we provide a global inventory of commercial-, industrial- and utility-scale PV installations (that is, PV generating stations in excess of 10 kilowatts nameplate capacity) by using a longitudinal corpus of remote sensing imagery, machine learning and a large cloud computation infrastructure. We locate and verify 68,661 facilities, an increase of 432 per cent (in number of facilities) on previously available asset-level data. With the help of a hand-labelled test set, we estimate global installed generating capacity to be 423 gigawatts (−75/+77 gigawatts) at the end of 2018. Enrichment of our dataset with estimates of facility installation date, historic land-cover classification and proximity to vulnerable areas allows us to show that most of the PV solar energy facilities are sited on cropland, followed by arid lands and grassland. Our inventory could aid PV delivery aligned with the Sustainable Development GoalsEnergy Resource Land Use Planning - Kruitwagen_etal_Nature.pdf - All Documents (sharepoint.com)Metadata: (4) BLM Renewable ProjectTo identify renewable energy approved and pending lease areas on BLM administered lands. To provide information about solar and wind energy applications and completed projects within the State of California for analysis and display internally and externally. This feature class denotes "verified" renewable energy projects at the California State BLM Office, displayed in GIS. The term "Verified" refers to the GIS data being constructed at the California State Office, using the actual application/maps with legal descriptions obtained from the renewable energy company. https://www.blm.gov/wo/st/en/prog/energy/renewable_energy https://www.blm.gov/style/medialib/blm/wo/MINERALS_REALTY_AND_RESOURCE_PROTECTION_/energy/solar_and_wind.Par.70101.File.dat/Public%20Webinar%20Dec%203%202014%20-%20Solar%20and%20Wind%20Regulations.pdfBLM CA Renewable Energy Projects | BLM GBP Hub (arcgis.com)Metadata: (5) Quarterly Fuel and Energy Report (QFER) California Power Plants - Overview (arcgis.com)

In 2023, renewable sources accounted for 22.7 percent of the electricity generated in the United States. The share of renewables in the country's electricity generation has been continually increasing for nearly a decade. In addition, renewables accounted for over 70 percent of the power capacity additions in the U.S. in 2023. Renewable energy sources in the U.S. Wind power was the leading renewable energy source in the country, accounting for over 10 percent of the total electricity supply in the U.S., followed by hydropower. Renewable energy generation in the U.S. amounted to 894 terawatt-hours in 2023. The growth of renewables in the U.S. According to a recent forecast, the renewable electricity capacity in the U.S. is projected to triple between 2022 and 2040 in a reference scenario, although this figure could be higher in the case of low renewable cost. In 2023, onshore wind and solar photovoltaic energy had some of the lowest levelized cost of electricity in the country.

The Global Solar Power Tracker is a worldwide dataset of utility-scale solar PV facilities. It includes solar farm phases with capacities of 20 megawatts (MW) or more (10 MW or more in Arabic-speaking countries). A solar project phase is generally defined as a group of one or more solar units that are installed under one permit, one power purchase agreement, and typically come online at the same time. The Global Solar Power Tracker catalogs every solar farm phase at these capacity thresholds of any status, including operating, announced, under development, under construction, shelved, cancelled, mothballed, or retired. Each solar farm included in the tracker is linked to a wiki page on the GEM wiki.

Architecture

Global Energy Monitor’s Global Solar Power Tracker uses a two-level system for organizing information, consisting of both a database and wiki pages with further information. The database tracks individual solar farm phases and includes information such as project owner, status, and location. A wiki page for each solar farm is created within the Global Energy Monitor wiki. The database and wiki pages are updated annually.

Status Categories

• Announced: Proposed projects that have been described in corporate or government plans but have not yet taken concrete steps such as applying for permits.
• Development: Projects that are actively moving forward in seeking governmental approvals, land rights, or financing.
• Construction: Site preparation and equipment installation are underway.
• Operating: The project has been formally commissioned; commercial operation has begun.
• Shelved: Suspension of operation has been announced, or no progress has been observed for at least two years.
• Cancelled: A cancellation announcement has been made, or no progress has been observed for at least four years.
• Retired: The project has been decommissioned.
• Mothballed: The project is disused, but not dismantled.

Research Process

The Global Solar Power Tracker data set draws on various public data sources, including: - Government data on individual power solar farms (such as India Central Electricity Authority’s “Plant Wise Details of All India Renewable Energy Projects” and the U.S. EIA 860 Electric Generator Inventory), country energy and resource plans, and government websites tracking solar farm permits and applications; - Reports by power companies (both state-owned and private); - News and media reports; - Local non-governmental organizations tracking solar farms or permits.

Wiki Pages

For each solar farm, a wiki page is created on Global Energy Monitor’s wiki. Under standard wiki convention, all information is linked to a publicly-accessible published reference, such as a news article, company or government report, or a regulatory permit. In order to ensure data integrity in the open-access wiki environment, Global Energy Monitor researchers review all edits of project wiki pages.

Mapping

To allow easy public access to the results, Global Energy Monitor worked with GreenInfo Network to develop a map-based and table-based interface using the Leaflet Open-Source JavaScript library. In the case of exact coordinates, locations have been visually determined using Google Maps, Google Earth, Wikimapia, or OpenStreetMap. For proposed projects, exact locations, if available, are from permit applications, or company or government documentation. If the location of a solar farm or proposal is not known, Global Energy Monitor identifies the most accurate location possible based on available information.

The leading countries for installed renewable energy in 2023 were China, the United States, and Brazil. China was the leader in renewable energy installations, with a capacity of around 1,453 gigawatts. The U.S., in second place, had a capacity of around 388 gigawatts. Renewable energy is an important step in addressing climate change and mitigating the consequences of this phenomenon. Renewable energy capacity and productionRenewable power capacity is defined as the maximum generating capacity of installations that use renewable sources to generate electricity. The share of renewable energy over the world’s power production has increased in recent years, surpassing 30 percent in 2023. Renewable energy consumption varies from country to country. The leading countries for renewable energy consumption are China, the United States, and Brazil.Renewable energy sourcesThere are various sources of renewable energy used globally, including bioenergy, solar energy, hydropower, and wind energy, to name a few. Globally, China and Canada are the top two countries in terms of generating the most energy through hydropower. Regarding solar power, China, the United States, and Japan boast the highest installed capacities worldwide.

The rapid proliferation of solar energy adoption presents a substantial environmental challenge concerning end-of-life solar panels. A primary issue involves the presence of hazardous materials like cadmium and lead in these panels [2]. Proper handling and disposal of these toxic materials are imperative to prevent environmental contamination and health risks. Furthermore, inadequate recycling infrastructure in various regions results in a significant portion of panels ending up in landfills, leading to the wastage of valuable materials and environmental harm. To surmount these challenges, the implementation of recycling technologies is crucial. This includes designing panels for easy material recovery and establishing comprehensive regulations and policies that incentivize recycling practices and ensure responsible disposal. Embracing a circular economy approach proves beneficial in mitigating the escalating concerns surrounding solar panel waste. This strategy embodies a sustainable and environmentally friendly methodology for the entire life cycle of solar panels. When solar panels reach the end of their operational life, adopting this approach involves their collection and disassembly to retrieve valuable materials like silicon, glass, and metals. These reclaimed materials can then be utilized by manufacturers to produce new panels, thereby diminishing reliance on virgin resources and mitigating the environmental impact associated with mining and production. Figure AA illustrates the schematic diagram of the circular economy approach for managing end-of-life solar panels. By fostering efficient collection and recycling systems, this approach ensures that aging panels are not discarded as waste but rather transformed into valuable sources for new solar panel production. This reduction in the demand for virgin resources contributes to addressing the environmental challenges posed by the industry. This dataset is not publicly accessible because: example it's not owned by the EPA. It can be accessed through the following means: see journal article. Format: PI-update. example data is owned and managed by partners. If website to data source is available change option to data is publicly available and provide link. This dataset is associated with the following publication: Sahle-Demessie, E., and B. Mezgebe. Renewable Energy Waste Management: Solar Panel Circular Economy. EM: AIR AND WASTE MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION'S MAGAZINE FOR ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGERS. Air & Waste Management Association, Pittsburgh, PA, USA, 08-12, (2024).

According to Cognitive Market Research, the global Solar Panel market size will be USD 171548.2 million in 2024. It will expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.00% from 2024 to 2031.

North America held the major market share for more than 40% of the global revenue with a market size of USD 68619.2 million in 2024 and will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.2% from 2024 to 2031.
Europe accounted for a market share of over 30% of the global revenue with a market size of USD 51464.4 million.
Asia Pacific held a market share of around 23% of the global revenue with a market size of USD 39456.0 million in 2024 and will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.0% from 2024 to 2031.
Latin America had a market share of more than 5% of the global revenue with a market size of USD 8577.4 million in 2024 and will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.4% from 2024 to 2031.
Middle East and Africa had a market share of around 2% of the global revenue and was estimated at a market size of USD 3430.9 million in 2024 and will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.7% from 2024 to 2031.
The Photovoltaic Systems Technology held the highest Solar Panel market revenue share in 2024.

Market Dynamics of Solar Panel Market

Key Drivers for Solar Panel Market

Investments in Renewable Energy to Increase the Demand Globally

One of the primary factors driving the growth of the solar panel market is the increasing global investment in renewable energy. These investments are rising due to the cost-effectiveness of renewable energy production and its low carbon emissions. In the United States, renewable energy is projected to account for 42% of electricity generation by 2050, a significant increase from the current 20%. Between 2000 and 2020, utility-scale electricity generation from renewables in the U.S. grew by roughly 120%, rising from 356 billion kilowatt-hours (kWh) to 783 billion kWh. In 2020 alone, renewables contributed 19.5% of the nation’s net electricity generation. This surge in renewable energy investment directly supports the expansion of the solar panel market. As governments and private sectors increasingly focus on transitioning to clean energy, solar power—being one of the most scalable and widely available sources—becomes a key focus for development. The significant growth in renewable energy generation not only indicates a favorable environment for solar investments but also drives technological advancements, economies of scale, and supportive policies that further accelerate the adoption of solar panels. This, in turn, fuels the solar panel market’s expansion, making it a cornerstone of the global shift toward sustainable energy. https://www.trade.gov/sites/default/files/2022-04/2022SelectUSARenewableEnergyGuide.pdf

Growing Demand for Electric Vehicles (EVs) to Propel Market Growth

Rapid urbanization and infrastructure expansion in emerging economies are driving the demand for energy. Globally, an increasing share of the population is residing in cities. In 2012, 52.5% of the population lived in urban areas, a figure that was projected to rise to 56.9% by 2022. This percentage is generally higher in developed regions (79.7% in 2022) compared to developing areas (52.3%). In Least Developed Countries (LDCs), urban residents remain a minority at 35.8%. In the U.S., urban population growth was notable, with a 6.4% increase between 2010 and 2020 according to the 2020 Census data. As urban populations grow, new construction projects are increasingly incorporating solar energy solutions due to building regulations, energy efficiency requirements, and the push for sustainable urban development. Rooftop solar installations are becoming more common in both residential and commercial buildings, reflecting the growing emphasis on clean energy in urban planning and development. https://hbs.unctad.org/total-and-urban-population/ https://www.census.gov/newsroom/press-releases/2022/urban-rural-populations.html

Restraint Factor for the Solar Panel Market

High Initial Installation Costs to Limit the Sales

While the cost of solar panels has dropped considerably, the overall initial investment for a complete solar panel system—including installation, inverters, battery storage, and maintenance—remains relatively high. For many residential and commercial users, these upfront expenses can be a barrie...

This dataset includes information on completed and pipeline (not yet installed) solar electric projects supported by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). Blank cells represent data that were not required or are not currently available. Contractor data is provided for completed projects only, except for Community Distributed Generation projects. Pipeline projects are subject to change. The interactive map at https://data.ny.gov/Energy-Environment/Solar-Electric-Programs-Reported-by-NYSERDA-Beginn/3x8r-34rs provides information on solar photovoltaic (PV) installations supported by NYSERDA throughout New York State since 2000 by county, region, or statewide. Updated monthly, the graphs show the number of projects, expected production, total capacity, and annual trends. The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) offers objective information and analysis, innovative programs, technical expertise, and support to help New Yorkers increase energy efficiency, save money, use renewable energy, and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. To learn more about NYSERDA’s programs, visit https://nyserda.ny.gov or follow us on X, Facebook, YouTube, or Instagram.

The Brazilian state of Minas Gerais produced over 11 gigawatt hours of solar power in 2023. It was the leading state in solar energy production that year, followed by the state of Bahia with a generation of 5.8 gigawatt hours.

Energy data and map are from the California Energy Commission and include utilityscale power plants. Plants of any type below 1 MW (e.g. residential solar) are notincluded. Values shown are as of the end of the year. Hydroelectric plants of 30 MWand less are considered renewable energy sources in California. Hydroelectric plantsover 30 MW are non-renewable. Counties without pie symbols had no utility scalerenewable energy generation for the year. Data is for 2023 and is current as of July 2,2024. Projection: NAD 1983 (2011) California (Teale) Albers (Meters). For moreinformation, contact John Hingtgen at john.hingtgen@energy.ca.gov.

Residential solar PV capacity reached roughly 11.7 gigawatts in California in 2023. The state ranked first among all U.S. states by a wide margin in terms of residential solar capacity. In total, California had almost 48.5 gigawatts of solar power installed as of June 2024.

Solar Energy Index decreased 2.29 USD or 6.80% since the beginning of 2025, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. This dataset includes a chart with historical data for Solar Energy Index.

Geoscience Australia and Monash University have produced a series of renewable energy capacity factor maps of Australia. Solar photovoltaic, concentrated solar power, wind (150 metre hub height) and hybrid wind and solar capacity factor maps are included in this dataset. All maps are available for download in geotiff format.

Solar Photovoltaic capacity factor map The minimum capacity factor is <10% and the maximum is 25%. The map is derived from Bureau of Meteorology (2020) data. The scientific colour map is sourced from Crameri (2018).

Concentrated Solar Power capacity factor map The minimum capacity factor is 52% and the maximum is 62%. The map is derived from Bureau of Meteorology (2020) data. Minimum exposure cut-off values used are from International Renewable Energy Agency (2012) and Wang (2019). The scientific colour map is sourced from Crameri (2018).

Wind (150 m hub height) capacity factor map The minimum capacity factor is <15% and the maximum is 42%. The map is derived from Global Modeling and Assimilation Office (2015) and DNV GL (2016) data. The scientific colour map is sourced from Crameri (2018).

Hybrid Wind and Solar capacity factor maps Nine hybrid wind and solar maps are available, divided into 10% intervals of wind to solar ratio (eg. (wind 40% : solar 60%), (wind 50% : solar 50%), (wind 60% : solar 40%) etc.). The maps show the capacity factor available for electrolysis. Wind and solar plants might be oversized to increase the overall running time of the hydrogen plant allowing the investor to reduce electrolyser capital expenditures for the same amount of output. Calculations also include curtailment (or capping) of excess electricity when more electricity is generated than required to operate the electrolyser. The minimum and maximum capacity factors vary relative to a map’s specified wind to solar ratio. A wind to solar ratio of 50:50 produces the highest available capacity factor of 64%. The maps are derived from Global Modeling and Assimilation Office (2015), DNV GL (2016) and Bureau of Meteorology (2020) data. The scientific colour map is sourced from Crameri (2018).

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Disclaimer The capacity factor maps are derived from modelling output and not all locations are validated. Geoscience Australia does not guarantee the accuracy of the maps, data, and visualizations presented, and accepts no responsibility for any consequence of their use. Capacity factor values shown in the maps should not be relied upon in an absolute sense when making a commercial decision. Rather they should be strictly interpreted as indicative. Users are urged to exercise caution when using the information and data contained. If you have found an error in this dataset, please let us know by contacting clientservices@ga.gov.au.

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This archive contains all the datasets produced for the paper "Quantifying renewable energy potential and realised capacity in India: opportunities and challenges".

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Installed capacity by type Table 1 installed-by-state-oct2022.csv Oct 2022

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All-India installed capacity Figure 2 tabulated-installed-by-date.csv 2017-2023

by type

Hourly wind capacity factor Figure 4 wind capacity factor.zip 1979-2022

Hourly solar capacity factor Figure 6 solar capacity factor.zip 1979-2022

Present-day installation locations Figure 11 OSM [hydropower,wind turbine,solar] Mar 2022

installations.geojson

Gridded 1◦×1◦ estimate of Figure 12a/13a CEA 1x1 gridded installed [wind,solar] cap.nc May 2021

installed wind/solar capacity

Gridded 1◦×1◦ estimate of Figure 12b TWP 1x1 gridded installed wind cap.nc May 2021

installed wind

Gridded 1◦×1◦ estimate of Figure 13b K21 1x1 gridded installed solar cap.nc Sep 2018

installed solar

Reported daily wind/solar/hydro Figure 14/S3 POSOCO reported [wind,solar,hydro] MU daily.csv 2012-2023

production

Modelled ‘historical’ production Figure 14/16/S4a/b modelled-historical-[daily,hourly]- 1979-2022

renewable output.nc

Recommended locations for new Figure 17 areas-for-exploration.nc -

wind/solar installations

Graph and download economic data for Producer Price Index by Industry: Electric Power Generation: Primary Products (PCU221110221110P) from Dec 2003 to Feb 2025 about power transmission, primary, electricity, PPI, industry, inflation, price index, indexes, price, and USA.

Renewable electricity is the share of electrity generated by renewable power plants in total electricity generated by all types of plants.

Solar power generation in India has increased considerably in the last few years. In 2023, the country produced roughly 113.4 terawatt-hours of electricity from solar energy. India aims to achieve a total solar capacity of 280 gigawatts by 2030.

Solar potential in India

India, blessed with about 300 sunny days yearly, experiences a significant influx of solar energy. This annual solar potential surpasses the collective energy output of all available fossil fuel reserves. In 2023, solar power comprised nearly 50 percent of India's renewable potential, marking a substantial shift toward a more sustainable and diverse energy mix.

Solar power in Gujarat

The Gujarat Renewable Energy Policy introduced by the state's government sets a target to generate 50% of renewable energy by 2030. As of March 2023, Gujarat was the leading state, with nearly 2.5 gigawatts of installed rooftop solar capacity. Additionally, the NTPC Renewable Energy Park in Gujarat takes the first position amongst the country's largest solar farms, boasting an impressive total of almost five megawatts as of the same period.

The Report Covers Pakistan Solar Energy Market Report Size & Share and It is Segmented by End Users (Residential, Commercial, and Utility). The Report Offers the Market Size and Forecasts in Installed Capacity (MW) for the Above Segment.

Analysis of ‘Solar Electric Programs Reported by NYSERDA: Beginning 2000’ provided by Analyst-2 (analyst-2.ai), based on source dataset retrieved from https://catalog.data.gov/dataset/691cf8b8-9739-425d-a5ac-22a6d6812451 on 12 February 2022.

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Solar Electric Programs Reported by NYSERDA; Beginning 2000 dataset includes the following data points for projects completed and in the pipeline (not yet installed) in the Incentive Program beginning December 2000: Project number, city, county, state, zip code, sector, program type, solicitation, electric utility, purchase type, date application received, date completed, project status, contractor, primary inverter manufacturer, total inverter quantity, primary inverter model number, primary PV module manufacturer, total PV module quantity, primary PV module model number, project cost, incentive amount, total nameplate capacity, expected annual kilowatt-hour production, remote net metering, affordable solar, community distributed generation project and Green Jobs-Green New York participant. Blank cells represent data that were not required or are not currently available. Contractor data is provided for completed projects only, except for Community Distributed Generation projects. Pipeline projects are subject to change. The interactive map at https://www.nyserda.ny.gov/All-Programs/Programs/NY-Sun/Data-and-Trends provides information on solar photovoltaic (PV) installations supported by NYSERDA throughout New York State since 2000 by county, region, or statewide. Updated monthly, the graphs show the number of projects, expected production, total capacity, and annual trends.

The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) offers objective information and analysis, innovative programs, technical expertise, and support to help New Yorkers increase energy efficiency, save money, use renewable energy, and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. To learn more about NYSERDA’s programs, visit https://nyserda.ny.gov or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, or Instagram.

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