May 2026
IEA PVPS has released a new fact sheet of its Snapshot of Global PV Markets 2026 report.
This document provides a clear and concise overview of the latest global developments in PV deployment, markets, manufacturing, and policy trends. The fact sheet highlights that global cumulative installed PV capacity approached 3 TW by the end of 2025, with approximately 698 GW of new PV systems installed in 2025 alone, confirming another year of strong market growth.
Highlights:
- Key figures on global and regional PV deployment;
- Market developments across major PV regions and emerging markets;
- Trends in distributed and utility-scale PV, storage, and grid integration;
- Manufacturing, policy, and future outlook developments shaping the global PV sector.
This Fact Sheet provides a concise overview of the latest developments and trends in global PV markets.
