National solar container policy analysis

How to rebuild a Dutch solar PV supply chain?

In order to rebuild a Dutch solar PV supply chain, European collaboration is key. The Netherlands holds a unique position in the integration of PV modules in the built environment.

Should solar PV supply chain services be included in the IRENA report?

This IRENA report takes stock of the key quality infrastructure (technical) and ESG services that should be considered by solar PV stakeholders to bolster supply chain activities, as well as make them more inclusive. Download Annex data here.

What role will China play in the solar PV supply chain?

However, irrespective of European regional goals, China will maintain a predominant role in the solar PV supply chain due to the advantages of manufacturing capacity and costs, and the need to expand global capacity by over 1.5 times.

Can Dutch solar PV companies contribute to a more independent European Solar supply chain?

Despite having a very small share in bulk solar panel production and no share in silicon, ingots or wafer production, all interviewed Dutch solar PV chain companies have expressed their ambition to contribute to a more independent European solar PV supply chain.

Can Europe regain a missed opportunity with a solar PV supply chain?

Building up the solar PV supply chain can also be seen as a chance for Europe to regain a missed opportunity: the initial wave of solar PV adoption was led by European demand and, for a time, Germany's manufacturing was a competitive supplier 4.

What are conversion factors in solar PV supply chain?

Conversion factors between segments in PV supply chain, stocks of modules, lead time for manufacturing investment by region and product, and job creation of the manufacturing by product are collected from the Special Report for Solar PV Global Supply Chain from IEA 4.