How much solar PV is needed in the EU?

Different analyses project that the deployment of solar PV in the EU could soon be reaching the landmark of 60-80 GW per year. However, the EU-based industry is not able to cover most of this demand, also because there exists a shortage of the necessary workforce.

How does the EU support the European solar PV manufacturing sector?

Over the last years, the EU has taken initiatives to strengthen its support to the European solar PV manufacturing sector, which includes several globally competitive companies in several steps of the value chain.

How much does a photovoltaic cost in Europe?

In both countries’ energy prices of 0,03 €/kWh and lower are offered to producers in the PV value chain. The current European energy prices are 3–5 times higher than in the US and China. Thus, almost 100 percent of the wafers and glass used for photovoltaics are produced in China.

What standards are available for the energy rating of PV modules?

Standards available for the energy rating of PV modules in different climatic conditions, but degradation rate and operational lifetime need additional scientific and standardisation work (no specific standard at present). Standard available to define an overall efficiency according to a weighted combination of efficiencies.

What is the EU photovoltaic charter?

Signed today in the margins of the informal Energy Council meeting by the Commission – represented by EU Commissioner for Energy Kadri Simson - energy ministers from 23 EU countries and industry representatives, the charter sets out a series of voluntary actions to be undertaken to support the EU photovoltaic sector.

What is the EU Solar Strategy?

To deliver the EU Solar Strategy objectives, the alliance will re-develop, de-risk and accelerate the PV industry in Europe across all segments of the value chain to create its competitive position in the context of booming demand for solar PV in Europe and globally.