- Solar encapsulation plays a crucial role in protecting photovoltaic cells from environmental elements such as moisture, dirt, and mechanical stress. This protective layer ensures long-term durability and performance of solar panels, which is essential for maximizing energy output over decades of use
- The market is evolving rapidly with growing emphasis on the development of advanced encapsulant materials. Traditional materials such as ethylene vinyl acetate are still dominant, but newer formulations are being designed to resist discoloration, ultraviolet damage, and delamination for improved solar panel lifespan
- There is also increasing integration of solar encapsulants in thin-film and flexible solar technologies. These require highly adaptive and lightweight encapsulation materials that can withstand bending and temperature variation while maintaining optical clarity and adhesion
- Sustainability is another key factor shaping the market. Manufacturers are exploring recyclable and environmentally friendly encapsulants that align with the clean energy goals of solar power without compromising on protection or efficiency
- For instance, in early 2024, DuPont introduced a new generation of solar encapsulants under its Clear Tedlar brand. These materials were designed to boost panel durability and were immediately adopted by leading module manufacturers for their clarity and long-term performance
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The market is segmented based on Segmentation, By Material (Ethylene Vinyl Acetate, Non-ethylene Vinyl Acetate, UV Curable Resin, and Others), Technology (Single-Crystal/Polycrystalline Silicon Solar Technology, and Thin-Film Solar Technology), Application (Construction, Electronics, Automotive, and Others) - Industry Trends and Forecast to 2032
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The Global Solar Encapsulation Market size was valued at USD 3.63 USD Billion in 2024.
The Global Solar Encapsulation Market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 9.1% during the forecast period of 2025 to 2032.
The major players operating in the market include First Solar , STR Holdings Inc. , HANGZHOU FIRST APPLIED MATERIAL CO.Ltd. , Dow , DuPont , Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation., Cambiosolar , Kuraray Europe Gmbh , 3M , RenewSys India Pvt. Ltd , VIKRAM SOLAR LTD., Jinko Solar , Jinko Solar , Q CELLS , SunPower Corporation , Trina Solar , Canadian Solar , JA SOLAR Technology Co.Ltd., and The Solaria Corporation.
The market report covers data from the North America.
