CAGR: 16.2%Current Market Size: USD 15.70 BillionFastest Growing Region: North America
Largest Market: APACProjection Time: 2022-2029Base Year: 2021
The global inverter market is expected to grow from USD 15.70 billion in 2021 to USD 51.19 billion by 2029, at a CAGR of 16.2% during the Projection period 2022-2029. This growth of the market is mainly driven by increasing investment across the green infrastructure and renewable power generation sector.
The inverter is the power electronic device or electrical equipment used for converting the convert direct current (DC) voltage to alternating current (AC). The operation of DC-to-AC conversion includes rapid switching of the direction of a DC input back and forth. The filters along with other electronics are used to produce a clean voltage with a sine wave. DC is used in various small electrical equipment such as solar power systems, power sources, power batteries, and fuel cells. Hence, an inverter is used for converting the DC power from such equipment into AC power. This AC power can be supplied to homes, and industries using the public utility or power grid.
Furthermore, the inverters have become prominent equipment in the solar energy system as it converts DC power generated from solar panels to AC power.
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Market Dynamics:
Drivers:
There is substantial growth in the number of solar PV installations due to the growing solar energy sector across the globe. This is mainly attributed to the different schemes and initiatives by governments of developing countries such as India, China, and Brazil among others to encourage the usage of inverters in various applications. For instance, in March 2022, the government of China announced its plans to build a wind & solar power capacity of 450 gigawatts in the Gobi desert by 2030. This is more than twice the amount of wind & power installed in the U.S. This growth of the solar energy sector has led to increased PV power plant installations, fuelling demand for inverters.
Rapid urbanization, economic growth, and rising disposable incomes of individuals have led to increased spending on power inverters to meet the need for an uninterrupted power supply. Also, there is a rising investment trend in solar rooftop installation as it has become the safest investment that promises attractive paybacks. In addition, the governments are providing subsidies to homeowners for the installation of solar rooftop systems. These systems use inverters for the conversion of DC electricity, generated from a solar panel to AC electricity. Hence, the trend of residential solar rooftop installations has driven the growth of the global market.
Restraints:
The DC voltages with currents above 25 mA at 50 V are considered significantly dangerous under normal conditions. In addition, high voltages can cause damage to components in the device such as Inverter Bridge if the voltage increases to a level more than that of the inverter rating. Also, there is a danger to life due to electric shock if any live cables or components of the high voltage capacity inverter are touched. Such hazards may hamper the growth of the market to some extent during the Projection period.
Opportunities:
The inverter is one of the most essential components of EV coupled with the electric motor and battery systems. In addition, the EV inverter manufacturers such as Continental, Infineon Technologies AG, Delphi Technologies, Samlex Europe, Toyota Industries, Sensata Technologies, and BESTEK are introducing innovative inverter systems to enhance vehicle operations. For instance, in May 2021, Infineon Technologies AG launched an automotive power module with CoolSiC MOSFET technology. This is the full-bridge module with 1200 V blocking voltage augmented for traction inverters in electric vehicles (EVs). On the other hand, in May 2020, Equipmake developed an inverter that is lighter, smaller, and more efficient. Such product development trends in the EV inverter sector are expected to be opportunistic for the growth of the global market.
Challenges
The global inverter market is considerably fragmented with the presence of several international and local players. Hence, the unorganized inverter sector creates cheaper alternatives as local manufacturers in various countries are competing strongly with global suppliers. This also makes international players develop low-cost equipment with reduced profit margins. Hence, the availability of cheap and low-quality products has created significant challenges for the global market players.
Segmentation Analysis:
The global inverter market has been segmented based on inverter type, output power rating, output voltage, connection type, end-user, and region.
By Inverter Type
The inverter type segment includes solar inverters, vehicle inverters, and others. The solar inverter segment led the Inverter market with a market share of around 46.01% in 2021. This is attributed to the huge demand for Solar PV inverters which are one of the prominent components of the whole solar power system. These inverters are not only being used in residential or utility applications but also seeing wide adoption in industrial & commercial solar power projects around the globe. In addition, the emergence of innovative solar inverters is further projected to boost the growth of this segment. For instance, in March 2022, Delta, the Taiwanese solar inverter maker launched its new M100A Flex three-phase inverter series for the residential and commercial PV sectors.
By Output Power Rating
The output power rating segment includes Below 10 kW, 10–50 kW, 50–100 kW, and Above 100 kW. The Below 10 kW segment led the inverter market with a market share of around 38.1% in 2021. The growth of this segment is mainly driven by demand for inverters with a Below 10 kW rating in residential applications. In addition, huge growth in the number of solar rooftop installations across the various countries creates demand for inverters with a Below 10 kW rating. For instance, according to the Rystad Energy analysis, the global Rooftop Solar PV installations are expected to witness a significant surge in the next three years, with the total capacity reaching about 94.7 gigawatts (GW) by 2025.
By End User
The end-users segment includes residential, automotive, photovoltaic (PV) plants, and others. The residential segment led the inverter market with a market share of around 35.71% in 2021. The growth of this segment is mainly driven by an upsurge in the adoption of inverters in residential homes to ensure an uninterrupted power supply. In addition, rising awareness among individuals about the significance of renewable energy sources to reduce greenhouse emissions has boosted the adoption of Solar PV inverters. This has further driven the growth of this segment.
On the basis of connection type, a grid-tied segment is expected to witness the highest growth rate during the Projection period. A rise in demand for smart grid inverters has mainly driven the growth of this segment. In addition, rooftop solar applications are further creating demand for grid-tied inverters. For instance, in October 2020, BPE, the Indian organization engaged in the power solutions business launched the KSG-DM series of grid-tied solar rooftop inverters.
By Regional Analysis:
The regions analyzed for the inverter market include North America, Europe, South America, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East, and Africa. Asia-Pacific region dominated the Inverter market and held the 36.1% share of the market revenue in 2021.
Global Inverter Market- Country Analysis:
Germany's inverter market size was valued at USD 1.57 billion in 2021 and is expected to reach USD 5.10 billion by 2029, at a CAGR of 16.1% from 2022 to 2029.
The rising demand for inverters from solar PV power plants in the country has driven the growth of the market. Also, the market players are actively adopting various strategies to enhance their portfolios and increase their capacities. For instance, in June 2022, SMA Solar Technology, the solar PV inverter supplier announces the construction of a GW factory in Germany to expand its production capacity from 21 GW to about 40 GW by 2024. This strategy is mainly aimed at serving large-scale solar PV power plants in the country.
China's inverter market size was valued at USD 3.30 billion in 2021 and is expected to reach USD 10.46 billion by 2029, at a CAGR of 15.8% from 2022 to 2029. According to EnergyTrend, the Chinese-based newsletter, in January 2020, the total PV inverter export volume from China grew for the third year in a row, in spite of a 10% year-over-year decline in global inverter sales. In the first six months of 2019, Chinese manufacturers including Ginlong Technologies, Huawei, and Sungrow shipped inverters valued at about $1.3 billion during the first six months of 2019. This huge export value of inverters from china has mainly driven the growth of the market.
India's inverter market size was valued at USD 0.94 billion in 2021 and is expected to reach USD 3.11 billion by 2029, at a CAGR of 16.4% from 2022 to 2029. Significant power shortages along with a strong push towards a national solar mission in the country have mainly driven the growth of the market. In addition, the country is the fourth-largest producer of electricity around the globe. This factor further boosts the growth of the Indian inverter market.
On the other hand, the expansion of global inverter industry players in India is opportunistic for the growth of the market. For instance, in June 2019, Fuji Electric Co. Ltd., the Japanese electric & thermal energy company acquired Consul Neowatt Power Solutions to expand its power electronics systems business in India.
Key Industry Players Analysis:
To increase their market position in the global Inverter business, top companies are focusing on tactics such as adopting new technology, mergers & acquisitions, product developments, collaborations, and partnerships, joint ventures, etc.
Latest Development:
Report Metrics
Report Attribute |
Details |
Study Period |
2021-2029 |
Base year |
2021 |
CAGR (%) |
16.2% |
Market Size |
15.70 billion in 2021 |
Forecast period |
2022-2029 |
Forecast unit |
Value (USD) |
Segments covered |
Inverter type, output power rating, output voltage, connection type, end user, and Regions |
Report Scope |
Revenue forecast, competitive landscape, company ranking, growth factors, and trends |
Companies covered |
Huawei Technologies, Sungrow Power Supply, SMA Solar Technology, Power Electronics, FIMER, SolarEdge Technologies, Fronius International, Altenergy Power System, Enphase Energy, Darfon Electronics Corporation, Schneider Electric, among others |
By Output Power Rating |
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By Output Voltage |
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By Connection Type |
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By End User |
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Regional scope |
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Scope of the Report
Global Inverter Market by Inverter Type:
Global Inverter Market by Output Power Rating:
Global Inverter Market by Output Voltage:
Global Inverter Market by Connection Type:
Global Inverter Market by End User:
Global Inverter Market by Region:
Global inverter market size is USD 15.70 billion in 2021.
Global Inverter market will grow to USD 51.19 billion by 2029, at a CAGR of 16.2%.
Leading market players active in the global inverter market are Huawei Technologies, Sungrow Power Supply, SMA Solar Technology, Power Electronics, FIMER, SolarEdge Technologies, Fronius International, Altenergy Power System, Enphase Energy, Darfon Electronics Corporation, and Schneider Electric among others.
The inverter is one of the most essential components of EV coupled with the electric motor and battery systems. In addition, the EV inverter manufacturers such as Continental, Infineon Technologies AG, Delphi Technologies, Samlex Europe, Toyota Industries, Sensata Technologies, and BESTEK are introducing innovative inverter systems to enhance vehicle operations.
North America is expected to witness a considerable growth rate during the Projection period. Increasing demand for solar panels coupled with the government subsidies associated with solar panel installation has driven the growth of the market in North America.
Rising awareness among individuals about the significance of renewable energy sources to reduce greenhouse emissions has boosted the adoption of Solar PV inverters. In addition, rooftop solar applications are further creating demand for grid-tied inverters. For instance, in October 2020, BPE, the Indian organization engaged in the power solutions business launched the KSG-DM series of grid-tied solar rooftop inverters
Political Factors- There is substantial growth in the number of solar PV installations due to the growing solar energy sector across the globe. This is mainly attributed to the different schemes and initiatives by governments of developing countries such as India, China, and Brazil among others to encourage the usage of inverters in various applications. For instance, in March 2022, the government of China announced its plans to build a wind & solar power capacity of 450 gigawatts in the Gobi desert by 2030. This is more than twice the amount of wind & power installed in the U.S. This growth of the solar energy sector has led to increased PV power plant installations, fuelling demand for inverters.
Economical Factors- There is a rising investment trend in solar rooftop installation as it has become the safest investment that promises attractive paybacks. In addition, the governments are providing subsidies to homeowners for the installation of solar rooftop systems. These systems use inverters for the conversion of DC electricity, generated from a solar panel to AC electricity. Hence, the trend of residential solar rooftop installations has driven the growth of the global market.
Social Factor- The flourishing renewable energy sector in the region has primarily boosted demand for inverters. For instance, China, under its 14th five-year plan (2021 to 2025) aimed at enabling renewable energy to supply about 33% of national power consumption by 2025. This has created the demand for solar PV inverters. In addition, the factors such as the huge demand for inverters from the residential sector, growing investments in photovoltaic (PV) plants, and the ongoing shift towards electrical vehicles in the transportation sector contribute to the market growth.
Technological Factors- The inverter is one of the most essential components of EV coupled with the electric motor and battery systems. In addition, the EV inverter manufacturers such as Continental, Infineon Technologies AG, Delphi Technologies, Samlex Europe, Toyota Industries, Sensata Technologies, and BESTEK are introducing innovative inverter systems to enhance vehicle operations. For instance, in May 2021, Infineon Technologies AG launched an automotive power module with CoolSiC MOSFET technology. This is the full-bridge module with 1200 V blocking voltage augmented for traction inverters in electric vehicles (EVs). On the other hand, in May 2020, Equipmake developed an inverter that is lighter, smaller, and more efficient. Such product development trends in the EV inverter sector are expected to be opportunistic for the growth of the global market.
Environmental Factors- Rising awareness among individuals about the significance of renewable energy sources to reduce greenhouse emissions has boosted the adoption of Solar PV inverters. In addition, rooftop solar applications are further creating demand for grid-tied inverters. For instance, in October 2020, BPE, the Indian organization engaged in the power solutions business launched the KSG-DM series of grid-tied solar rooftop inverters.
Legal Factors- SMA Solar Technology, the solar PV inverter supplier announces the construction of a GW factory in Germany to expand its production capacity from 21 GW to about 40 GW by 2024. This strategy is mainly aimed at serving large-scale solar PV power plants in the country. According to EnergyTrend, the Chinese-based newsletter, in January 2020, the total PV inverter export volume from China grew for the third year in a row, in spite of a 10% year-over-year decline in global inverter sales. In the first six months of 2019, Chinese manufacturers including Ginlong Technologies, Huawei, and Sungrow shipped inverters valued at about $1.3 billion during the first six months of 2019. This huge export value of inverters from china has mainly driven the growth of the market.
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