HYDERABAD, India, Oct. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — According to the latest insights from Mordor Intelligence, the floating solar panels market size is projected to grow from USD 1.06 billion in 2025 to USD 3.39 billion by 2030. This growth is driven by limited land availability, increasing utility decarbonization targets, and enhanced energy efficiency from water-based cooling.

The Asia-Pacific region leads the market, using reservoir-hydro hybrid systems to expand renewable energy without needing additional land. Stationary platforms dominate due to their lower complexity, but marine-grade tracking systems are gaining traction due to their improved cost-benefit ratio. 

Emerging Trends Influencing Industry Growth 

Limited Land Availability & Utilization of Unused Water Surfaces 

As land becomes increasingly scarce in densely populated regions, utilities are turning to water bodies for new renewable energy projects. This approach allows for faster project approvals since it avoids land-use conflicts, helping countries meet clean-energy targets without impacting agricultural or conserved lands.

Urbanized areas like Singapore, Japan, and parts of China have already used up available land, prompting regulators to ease restrictions on floating solar licenses. The potential of using water surfaces for solar energy is becoming a key solution for accelerating renewable energy deployment. 

Improved Efficiency through Cooling and Reduced Evaporation 

Floating solar panels benefit from continuous water contact, which helps keep temperatures lower than ground-mounted systems, boosting energy efficiency. The panels also provide the added benefit of shading reservoirs, significantly reducing water evaporation – an asset in water-scarce regions. This dual advantage of generating clean energy while conserving water helps strengthen financial models, particularly in arid areas, making floating solar a compelling option despite higher initial costs. 

Shifting Focus to Water-Based Solar Solutions for Decarbonization 

To meet carbon neutrality goals by the 2030s, utilities in Europe and North America are increasingly turning to floating solar arrays, bypassing lengthy land acquisition processes. In Spain, a 2024 policy facilitates the use of up to 15% of selected public reservoirs for solar projects, with quicker permitting procedures. This approach, paired with the potential to integrate solar installations with existing hydro infrastructure, accelerates project timelines. By offering stable tariffs tied to decarbonization efforts, this strategy reduces revenue risks and attracts institutional investments for large-scale floating solar initiatives. 

Floating Solar Panels – Segmentation Analysis 

By Product Type 

• Stationary Systems 
• Tracking Systems 
• Hybrid Stationary-Tracking 

By Technology 

• Poly-crystalline 
• Mono-crystalline 
• Thin-film / Bifacial 

By Capacity Segment 

• Below 5 MW 
• 5 to 50 MW 
• Above 50 MW 

By Installation Environment 

• Reservoirs/Lakes 
• Canals and Waterways 
• Offshore/Near-shore 

By Geography 

North America 

• United States 
• Canada 
• Mexico 

Europe 

• Germany 
• United Kingdom 
• France 
• Italy 
• NORDIC Countries 
• Russia 
• Rest of Europe 

Asia-Pacific 

• China 
• India 
• Japan 
• South Korea 
• ASEAN Countries 
• Rest of Asia-Pacific 

South America 

• Brazil 
• Argentina 
• Rest of South America 

Middle East and Africa 

• Saudi Arabia 
• United Arab Emirates 
• South Africa 
• Egypt 
• Rest of Middle East and Africa 

Regional Overview 

Europe follows as the second-largest region, driven by clear regulatory frameworks. Germany’s decision to lift surface area restrictions has unlocked new development opportunities, and Spain’s streamlined permitting process has accelerated solar projects. In Italy and France, floating systems are being implemented in diverse environments, enhancing resilience and adaptability, making the region a strong contender in the floating solar market. 

Floating Solar Panels Companies 

• Ciel & Terre International 
• JA Solar 
• Yellow Tropus 
• D3Energy 
• SolarDuck 
• Sungrow FPV 
• Kyocera 
• Vikram Solar 
• Bee Solar 
• Swimsol 
• Trina Solar 
• Ocean Sun 
• SolarisFloat 
• Huasun 
• Waaree Energies 

For a full breakdown of floating solar panels market size, segmentation data, and competitive intelligence, access all details of the Mordor Intelligence report at: https://www.mordorintelligence.com/industry-reports/floating-solar-panels-market?utm_source=prnewswire

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