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Should solar PV supply chain services be included in the IRENA report?

This IRENA report takes stock of the key quality infrastructure (technical) and ESG services that should be considered by solar PV stakeholders to bolster supply chain activities, as well as make them more inclusive. Download Annex data here.

Why is supply chain development important for solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity growth?

Supply chain development is crucial for solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity growth; however, most of its crucial value chain segments are concentrated in specific geographies such as China, Europe and the United States. Hence, from a sustainability perspective, it is critical that these supply chains become more diversified and resilient.

How much manufacturing capacity does the EU need for solar PV?

For the set of strategic technologies – including solar PV – the benchmark has been set to meet 40% manufacturing capacity in relation to the EU’s annual deployment needs by 2030, across the full value chain.

Should solar PV supply chains become more diversified and resilient?

Hence, from a sustainability perspective, it is critical that these supply chains become more diversified and resilient. Emerging markets and developing economies (such as India and Southeast Asian countries) are beginning to increase their engagement in solar PV supply chain activities.

How can countries improve their solar PV supply chain resiliency?

One way in which countries can enhance their solar PV supply chain resiliency, and facilitate greater market access, is through participation and conformance to the international quality infrastructure ecosystem for this technology.

How can the Alliance support European solar PV Manufacturing?

To do so, the Alliance has set up four Working Groups on financing of European PV manufacturing, demand for European solar products, supply chain bottlenecks and solutions for the skills gap. In these Working Groups members are conducting analyses and collaboratively work on possible support measures for solar PV manufacturing.