Global Markets

Solar can anchor a just global energy transition, converting a universally available resource into resilient electricity source, supported by clear frameworks, modern grids, skilled workers and enabling finance mechanisms that scale investment across regions.

Scaling solar across Europe and global markets can strengthen energy security, sharpen competitiveness, advance strategic independence, and accelerate climate action. Sunlight is abundant and affordable, enabling resilient local generation, lower electricity costs, diversified supply chains, and clean electrification. As one of the cheapest sources of electricity, solar can make a significant contribution to the socio-economic development in global markets. This applies to Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 7 “universal access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy”, and SDG 13 “taking urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts”.

To scale up solar, emerging markets need predictable regulation, bankable contracts, grid upgrades, storage, and skilled labour. Blended finance, guarantees, and standardised procurement can mobilise capital and reduce risk. Consistent policies enable long-term planning, ensuring solar delivers reliable, competitive, clean energy.

685 million people currently without access to electricity could have their energy needs met quickly through solar deployment

23.4 GW of cumulative operational solar capacity was reached in Africa in 2025, which includes +42,000 projects, a 40% increase in the number of projects at the end of 2024, with a combined capacity of 296 GW

135.8 GW of cumulative installed capacity as of end 2025, makes India the 3rd global market makes India the 3rd global market

The Global Markets Workstream

SolarPower Europe’s Global Markets Workstream connects the industry to up‑to‑date, first‑hand market information on key emerging markets, alongside a clear understanding of existing financing instruments. It turns market intelligence into action, helping companies navigate opportunities, risks, and the practical steps to entry and scale.

Through engagement with decision makers in third countries and the EU, the Workstream shapes regulatory and business environments in emerging markets. It leverages the European Union’s external action and international cooperation policy to unlock investment, support fair competition, and foster transparent, predictable rules that enable projects to progress.

Together with SolarPower Europe members, the Workstream aims to open new markets, strengthen project bankability, and build confidence for long‑term investment.

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