The Mexico solar panel market size reached 3.6 GW in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach 16.8 GW by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 16.5% during 2025-2033. The market is growing due to rising electricity costs, government incentives, and declining solar technology prices. Increasing environmental awareness and flexible financing options enhance residential adoption, while utility-scale projects expand through favorable policies and corporate PPAs. High solar irradiance and energy demand further drive investments in renewable energy, expanding the Mexico solar panel market share.
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Key Statistics
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Base Year
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2024 |
Forecast Years
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2025-2033
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Historical Years
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2019-2024
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Market Size in 2024 | 3.6 GW |
Market Forecast in 2033 | 16.8 GW |
Market Growth Rate 2025-2033 | 16.5% |
Rising Demand for Residential Solar Installations
The market is experiencing significant growth in residential solar installations, driven by increasing electricity costs and government incentives. As energy prices rise, homeowners are turning to solar panels to reduce their monthly bills and achieve energy independence. Additionally, programs such as Net Metering allow users to sell excess energy back to the grid, improving ROI. The declining cost of solar technology has also made systems more affordable, encouraging adoption. Another factor fueling the Mexico solar panel market growth is the rising environmental awareness among Mexican consumers, who are seeking sustainable energy solutions. Solar companies are offering flexible financing options, such as leasing and loans, making it easier for middle-class households to invest in solar power. With Mexico’s abundant sunlight, residential solar is expected to grow rapidly, supported by both private sector innovation and policy frameworks promoting renewable energy adoption. In 2024, just 25% of Mexico’s electricity was previously generated from low-carbon sources, lagging the global average of 41%. Solar energy made up 8% of the country’s top clean-energy source. Twenty years of growth in power demand (+56%) has not been matched by an increase in clean energy generation, leading to higher emissions. With a goal of achieving 33% renewable energy by 2030, Mexico's solar industry plays a vital role in bridging the gap towards meeting global energy objectives.
Expansion of Utility-Scale Solar Projects
Mexico’s solar market is witnessing a rise in utility-scale solar projects, driven by increasing energy demand and favorable regulatory policies. Mexico is the 13th largest electricity consumer in the world and has seen the demand for power rise 56% in the last twenty years. As of 2024, 75% of its energy consumption still relies on fossil fuels. Despite having a high renewables potential with an estimated 5.3–6.3 kWh/m²/day of solar energy potential, renewable energy still makes up only 25% of the total energy mix in the country. There is a target of 33% renewable energy by 2030, which means a lot of new solar panels will be used for generating energy, considering the increasing power needs. The government’s commitment to renewable energy targets under the Energy Transition Law has accelerated large-scale solar farm developments. Private investors and international energy firms are capitalizing on Mexico’s high solar irradiance, particularly in northern states including Sonora and Chihuahua, ideal for solar power generation. Additionally, corporate power purchase agreements (PPAs) are gaining traction as businesses seek cost-effective and sustainable energy solutions. Industrial and commercial sectors are partnering with solar providers to secure long-term clean energy contracts, reducing operational costs. Despite regulatory uncertainties in recent years, Mexico remains an attractive market for utility-scale solar investments, creating a positive Mexico solar panel market outlook.
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the country level for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on type and end use.
Type Insights:
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the type. This includes crystal silicon, monocrystalline silicon, polycrystalline silicon, thin film, and others.
End Use Insights:
A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the end use have also been provided in the report. This includes commercial, residential, and industrial.
Regional Insights:
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include Northern Mexico, Central Mexico, Southern Mexico, and Others.
The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.
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Base Year of the Analysis | 2024 |
Historical Period | 2019-2024 |
Forecast Period | 2025-2033 |
Units | GW |
Scope of the Report |
Exploration of Historical Trends and Market Outlook, Industry Catalysts and Challenges, Segment-Wise Historical and Future Market Assessment:
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Types Covered | Crystal Silicon, Monocrystalline Silicon, Polycrystalline Silicon, Thin Film, Others |
End Uses Covered | Commercial, Residential, Industrials |
Regions Covered | Northern Mexico, Central Mexico, Southern Mexico, Others |
Customization Scope | 10% Free Customization |
Post-Sale Analyst Support | 10-12 Weeks |
Delivery Format | PDF and Excel through Email (We can also provide the editable version of the report in PPT/Word format on special request) |
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