Renewable Energy Market Size, Share, Growth, and Industry Analysis, By Type (Hydro & Ocean Energy, Wind Energy, Solar Energy, Bio-energy, and Others), By Application (Industrial, Commercial, Residential, and Others), and Regional Forecast to 2035

•   
•   
  

  Request a Free sample to learn more about this report

    

RENEWABLE ENERGY MARKET OVERVIEW

The global Renewable Energy Market size is USD 796 billion in 2025, is expected to rise to USD 868.39 billion in 2026, and is forecasted to reach USD 2684.57 billion by 2035, expanding at a CAGR of 9.1% throughout the period 2025-2035.

The renewable energy market has grown significantly in the last few years, mainly due to the global push toward sustainable and environmentally friendly energy solutions. Governments, corporations, and consumers are increasingly adopting renewable energy sources, such as solar, wind, hydropower, and biomass, to reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change. Technological innovation has also ensured that renewable energy is much more cost-effective and efficient. Due to this, the technology was broadly accepted throughout various industries. Such factors like supportive policies and international agreements, along with the provision of incentives, boost the market toward making such an economic transition toward the low-carbon economy. Alongside these, the expected boom from further growth in clean energy would propel the industry towards renewables further.

KEY FINDINGS

COVID-19 IMPACT

Renewable Energy Industry Had a Negative Effect Due to supply chain disruption during COVID-19 Pandemic

The global COVID-19 pandemic has been unprecedented and staggering, with the market experiencing higher-than-anticipated demand across all regions compared to pre-pandemic levels. The sudden market growth reflected by the rise in CAGR is attributable to the market’s growth and demand returning to pre-pandemic levels.

The COVID-19 pandemic severely disrupted the global supply chains, and this disruption was higher than the initial predictions in the renewable energy sector. Manufacturing facilities for major components, such as solar panels, wind turbine blades, and batteries, experienced closures or operational constraints as a result of lockdowns and labor shortages. Additionally, there were delays in international trade, including the delivery of critical parts. This led to the delay of many renewable energy projects or higher costs in countries that relied on imports for equipment needed to build and maintain renewable energy infrastructure. The disruption was more severe than expected, leading to setbacks in the renewable energy transition in several regions.

LATEST TRENDS

Rise of Green Hydrogen to Drive Market Growth

Another emerging trend in the renewable energy market is that of the rapidly increasing use of green hydrogen as a prime solution to decarbonize hard-to-electrify sectors, including heavy industry, transportation, and chemicals. Green hydrogen is created when renewable energy like wind or solar is used to power electrolysis, the process by which water is split into hydrogen and oxygen. This is an emission-free process, so green hydrogen is an interesting alternative for fossil fuels in those sectors that demand high-temperature heat or long-distance transportation. With continued growth in renewable energy capacity, green hydrogen is becoming increasingly seen as critical for the transition towards a cleaner global energy matrix. In that regard, investment and pilot projects are surging rapidly around the globe. This has been responded to through policy and subsidies rolled out by governments around the world, especially across Europe and Asia, pointing to an unprecedented shift towards greener energy alternatives.

• According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), global renewable electricity generation reached 8,500 terawatt-hours in 2022, marking a nearly 12% increase in output compared to 2020, largely driven by solar and wind installations.

• As reported by the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), over 32% of new power generation capacity added in the United States in 2022 came from utility-scale solar installations, up from 17% in 2019, indicating rapid diversification of the national grid.

•   
•   
  

  Request a Free sample to learn more about this report

    

RENEWABLE ENERGY MARKET SEGMENTATION

By Type

Based on Type, the global market can be categorized into Hydro & Ocean Energy, Wind Energy, Solar Energy, Bio-energy, and Others

• Hydro & Ocean Energy: Energy from flowing water-hydropower-and ocean-based sources, including tidal and wave energy. Hydropower is the largest source of renewable electricity in the world, contributing significantly to the share of renewables in the global energy production. Ocean energy is still in a development stage but has very good growth prospects with the improvement of technologies.

• Wind Energy: The fast-growing segment within the renewable energy market is wind energy. Within this category lie onshore and offshore wind farms; the latter draws electricity out of the power carried by winds. Its cost-effectiveness, along with advancements in turbine technology, has promoted it as a leader contributor to the mix of the global renewable energy mix.

• Solar Energy: Another fast emerging industry is the use of photovoltaic panels or concentrated solar power systems in which sunlight can be captured and changed into electricity. Because of huge reductions in installation cost and efficiency enhancement, solar energy has emerged as one of the world's widely used forms of renewable energies. It has now seen applications in residential, commercial, and industrial sectors as well.

• Bio-energy: Bio-energy is organic material - wood, agricultural residues, or waste- used as an energy source. It can be used as a source of electricity, heat, or as biofuels in forms like biodiesel and ethanol. Biomass and biofuels are important in the transport sector, where electrification is not possible and which account for a significant proportion of the reduced carbon emissions.

• Others: In this class come the new energy technologies as well as novel sources of renewable energy. Among these include, for example, geothermal energy that harnesses energy from Earth, and others relating to storage of energy as well as smart grids that achieve high efficiency of use for renewable energy. They all have varying commercialization rates but play important roles for ensuring renewable energy systems have been made reliable and efficient.

By Application

Based on application, the global market can be categorized into Industrial, Commercial, Residential, and Others

• Industrial: This part of the sector entails utilizing renewable energy to generate huge industrial operations, for instance manufacturing, mining, and processing plants. Renewable energy resources are also used to reduce cost incurred while running the operations and ensuring the organizations meet their sustainability and compliance with environmental regulations. Industry turns to renewable energy solutions as they attempt to reduce the carbon footprint of energy consumed and their emissions and improve their energy security.

• Commercial: Commercial uses include business and office operations, commercial facilities, and other similar types of businesses that employ renewable energy sources to supply their electricity and heating needs. It can be a small business using solar panels for its own energy source or even large corporations investing in wind farms or bioenergy to supply power for their operations. Renewable energy allows businesses to reduce reliance on grid power, reduce energy costs, and enhance their environmental footprint.

• Residential: Residential products consist of home-based applications, such as households that utilize renewable systems like rooftop solar panels and small wind turbines to generate electricity or heat water. More residences are embracing renewable energies in an effort to save on their energy costs and lower the carbon footprint. Residential adoption of renewable energy is boosted by government rebates, tax credits, and energy savings.

• Others: Its applications include transportation - like renewable energy-based electric vehicles and agriculture - bioenergy, irrigation systems using solar, utility - large-scale projects by renewable energy sources in integration within the grid. Emerging markets or niche but highly relevant in developing renewable energy integration further throughout the economy.

MARKET DYNAMICS

Market dynamics include driving and restraining factors, opportunities and challenges stating the market conditions.                         

Driving Factors

Government Policies and Incentives to Boost the Market

Most governments have supportive policies, regulations, and financial incentives for encouraging the use of renewable energy. These include subsidies, tax credits, grants, and mandates on renewable energy targets, carbon pricing, and commitments on reduced emissions. Such policies will make the transition of businesses and consumers to renewable energy more affordable and attractive. For example, U.S. Investments in Europe have been heavily assisted by the investment tax credit for solar or feed-in tariffs. These are policy instruments by the government facilitating the shift towards renewable power globally.

• According to the European Environment Agency (EEA), over 78% of European Union member states met or exceeded their national renewable energy targets in 2021, reinforcing strong policy-based momentum for further deployment.

• As per the Indian Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), rooftop solar installations crossed 10,000 megawatts (MW) in 2022, reflecting a 35% increase in decentralized clean energy adoption within just two years.

Technological Advancements and Cost Reductions to Expand the Market

Continuous improvements in renewable energy technologies, from solar panels to wind turbines and energy storage systems, result in high reductions in the cost of production and increase in efficiency. For instance, the price of solar photovoltaic (PV) panels fell drastically in the last ten years due to economies of scale and better manufacturing techniques as well as breakthroughs in technology. The wind turbine technology has also been advanced to a larger and more efficient type of turbines onshore as well as offshore. This technology increases the competition of renewable energy with fossil fuel and also invites further investment in clean energy.

Restraining Factor

Intermittency and Reliability Issues to Potentially Impede Market Growth

One of the major drawbacks of renewable energy, especially wind and solar, is that they are intermittent. These sources of energy are not available 24/7 and depend on environmental conditions such as sunlight and wind speed. Thus, they can cause reliability problems in power supply, especially during low generation periods. This intermittency necessitates energy storage solutions or backup generation, which can be costly. In addition, the grid infrastructure has to be upgraded to accommodate variable energy inputs coming from renewable sources. The inability to have a constant and reliable power supply can deter some sectors from a full commitment to renewables, especially for those that rely on a constant supply of energy.

• According to the U.S. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), 1 in 3 large-scale renewable energy projects faced interconnection delays exceeding 18 months in 2021, highlighting major bottlenecks in grid integration.

• As reported by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), average lithium battery costs increased by 7% in 2022 due to raw material shortages, limiting the pace of renewable storage deployment.

Energy Storage Innovations To Create Opportunity for the Product in the Market

Opportunity

This development and commercialization of energy storage technology is a huge opportunity for renewable energy. Energy storage systems, such as advanced batteries, pumped hydro storage, and some other emerging technologies, can help mitigate the intermittency problem by storing excess energy generated during peak production periods (e.g., sunny or windy periods) and releasing it when generation is low. As storage technology becomes better and cheaper, the systems will become more cost-effective and scalable, furthering their adoption of renewable energy. The growing need for electric vehicles also lends support to large-scale battery storage solutions as a strong potential opportunity for speeding up the transition to renewable energy.

• According to the African Development Bank (AfDB), over 600 million people in Sub-Saharan Africa still lack access to electricity, presenting large-scale potential for off-grid solar and wind microgrid systems.

• As stated by the Australian Clean Energy Council, more than 3.4 million households in Australia installed rooftop solar systems by 2023, signaling strong potential for expansion of residential battery and inverter upgrades.

Infrastructure and Grid Integration Could Be a Potential Challenge for Consumers

Challenge

Integrating renewable energy into existing energy grids poses a major challenge. Traditional power grids were mainly designed for centralized, fossil-fuel-based generation and have difficulties in integrating the decentralized, variable nature of renewable sources. It is very complex and costly to upgrade grid infrastructure to accommodate high shares of renewable energy, ensure reliability, and manage energy storage. Additional issues will also arise in regions with weak or outdated grid systems, such as in rural or remote areas where renewable energy potential is high but infrastructure is low. The challenge is modernizing grid systems to support the integration of renewable power while maintaining stability and reducing costs.

• According to the U.K. National Grid ESO, peak-hour wind power fluctuations of up to 2,500 megawatts were recorded in winter 2022, requiring rapid-response backup systems to stabilize frequency levels.

• As reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, only 8,000 certified wind turbine technicians were available nationally in 2022, while over 14,000 positions were listed as vacant, indicating severe workforce gaps.

•   
•   
  Request a Free sample to learn more about this report

    

RENEWABLE ENERGY MARKET REGIONAL INSIGHTS

• North America

Initiatives at state and federal levels, in both the United States and Canada, have positioned North America as an important contributor to the renewable energy market. The U.S. is making immense investments in solar, wind, and battery storage technologies. ITC and wind energy tax credits initiated by the government have been instrumental in making renewable energy grow. In addition, California, Texas, and New York have aggressive renewable energy targets. The dominance will be wind energy in the Great Plains and offshore wind in dominance on the eastern seaboard. The growth of solar energy and the Sun Belt also reflects prominence in renewable energy. The EV and energy storage boom, however, is pushing this necessary transition to renewables. These are some of the concerns in the region-the bigger issues being policy uncertainty-at the federal level and the issues of infrastructure for renewable integration.

• Europe

Europe is one of the leaders in renewable energy adoption, with aggressive climate policies and high public awareness of environmental issues. The European Union's Green Deal and national policies such as Germany's Energiewende emphasize carbon neutrality by 2050. High investments have been made in wind and solar energy, and the EU aims at phasing out coal by 2030. Offshore wind is particularly strong in countries like the UK, Denmark, and Germany. Solar energy is growing fast in southern European countries like Spain and Italy. The European market focuses greatly on integrating renewable energy with smart grids and storage solutions. Some of the challenges facing Europe include grid integration, energy storage, and further technological innovation to reduce the cost of renewable technologies.

• Asia

Industrialization, urbanization, and some government policies in the Asia-Pacific region have been so great to be experienced massively in terms of growth of renewable energy. In renewable energy consumption, China tops globally, though for years she had produced, especially that for solar, wind, and hydropower. This production led India, through substantial investment into solar and wind energy with an intention of achieving 500 GW capacity by the year 2030. China’s focus on solar manufacturing and large-scale wind projects has helped reduce costs globally. Southeast Asian nations are investing in solar, while Australia is focusing on wind and solar with significant growth in both residential and commercial solar installations. Challenges in the region include balancing rapid development with environmental concerns, grid reliability, and storage limitations. Additionally, there are still significant energy access issues in some countries like India and Indonesia.

KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS

Key Industry Players Shaping the Market Through Innovation and Market Expansion

Key enterprise players are shaping the renewable energy marketplace through strategic innovation and market growth. These companies invest in cutting-edge technologies that improve the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, and energy storage. They also expand their product offerings to include specialized solutions such as offshore wind farms, green hydrogen, and hybrid systems, which cater to a variety of energy needs. They are using digital platforms and smart grid technologies to enhance energy management, improve the efficiency of its distribution, and engage more with customers. These players invest in research and development, optimize supply chain operations, and look into new regional markets for growth and trends in the renewable energy sector.

• Tokyo Electric Power (TEPCO) : As reported by Japan’s Agency for Natural Resources and Energy, TEPCO increased its renewable generation capacity to 9.3 gigawatts in 2021, accounting for over 20% of its total grid mix.

• RWE Group : According to the German Federal Network Agency (BNetzA), RWE commissioned offshore wind farms generating over 7 terawatt-hours of electricity in 2022, supporting nearly 10% of Germany’s total offshore wind output.

List of Top Renewable Energy Companies

• Enel – Italy
• Vattenfall AB – Sweden
• Iberdrola – Spain
• Tokyo Electric Power – Japan
• Xcel Energy – United States
• ACCIONA – Spain
• RWE Group – Germany
• Exelon Corporation – United States
• Hawaiian Electric – United States
• Duke Energy – United States
• Innergex – Canada
• Tata Power – India
• EnBW – Germany
• Invenergy – United States
• China Three Gorges Corporation – China
• China Huaneng Group – China
• SDIC Power Holdings – China
• China Energy – China
• China Datang Corporation – China
• China Resources Power – China

KEY INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT

December 2024: One of the major industry trends in the renewable energy industry in December 2024 was the expected increase in grid infrastructure investments, which are a necessity in facilitating the energy transition process. The drive to develop grids is also informed by new policies and funding set up in places such as Europe, China, and Latin America. The increase in investments, especially in Latin American countries such as Colombia, Chile, and Brazil, draws attention to the increasing role that modernizing energy grids could play in better integrating renewable sources, mainly solar and wind. Improving energy grids is considered to manage variability from renewable energy and enhance general grid reliability.

REPORT COVERAGE

The study encompasses a comprehensive SWOT analysis and provides insights into future developments within the market. It examines various factors that contribute to the growth of the market, exploring a wide range of market categories and potential applications that may impact its trajectory in the coming years. The analysis takes into account both current trends and historical turning points, providing a holistic understanding of the market's components and identifying potential areas for growth.

The renewable energy market is well-positioned for continued growth, led by the rising awareness of climate change, energy security, and increasing demand for clean and sustainable energy solutions. Innovations in energy technologies, such as solar, wind, and storage solutions, further accelerate the market's growth. Despite challenges like high initial investments and infrastructure upgrade requirements, this global trend towards decarbonization and energy independence supports market growth. Industry leaders focus on technology advancements and expansion strategies to increase renewable production and distribution. As governments focus on carbon neutrality and sustainability for industries, the renewable energy market will grow with advancing innovation and support from regulatory bodies. This growth has helped engender a transition toward more resilient, eco-friendly, and decentralized energy systems.