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Where do solar PV exports come from?

The latest solar PV export data from the world’s largest exporter, China, by country or region of destination. Data updated on a monthly basis. An interactive chart showing monthly solar PV exports from China, the world's largest exporter, by selected country or region of destination. China's exports account for 80% of global solar PV exports.

Which country exports the most solar PV?

An interactive chart showing monthly solar PV exports from China, the world's largest exporter, by selected country or region of destination. China's exports account for 80% of global solar PV exports. Full details available in Ember’s China Solar Export Methodology.

What are China's solar PV exports?

In 2021, the value of China’s solar PV exports was over USD 30 billion, almost 7% of China’s trade surplus over the last five years. In addition, Chinese investments in Malaysia and Viet Nam also made these countries major exporters of PV products, accounting for around 10% and 5% respectively of their trade surpluses since 2017.

How can the solar PV industry support growing demand?

Annual investment levels need to double throughout the supply chain. Critical sectors such as polysilicon, ingots and wafers would attract the majority of investment to support growing demand. The solar PV industry could create 1 300 manufacturing jobs for each gigawatt of production capacity.