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Will solar module prices fall in 2022?

2. Solar module prices will fall to 25 U.S. cents per Watts in 1H 2022, and 1-2 cents per Watt lower in 2H 2022 Polysilicon production has been the bottleneck in 2021. Combined with strong demand, it has pushed module prices as high as 27.8 U.S. cents per Watt for standard monocrystalline silicon, monofacial modules using 166mm cells.

Are low prices hurting the solar industry?

By Jenny Chase, Lead Analyst, Solar, BloombergNEF The global PV industry is expected to install 592 gigawatts of modules this year, up 33% from the boom year of 2023. Low prices for modules are stimulating demand in new markets, but hurting manufacturers, who are competing intensely to maintain market share.

Why is the global PV build forecast up 1% quarter-on-quarter?

The global PV build forecast is up 1% quarter-on-quarter, largely due to developments in India and Pakistan, with installations slower than previously expected in Japan and South Africa. Most of the established solar markets continue to build steadily. Polysilicon prices have fallen to $4.7/kg.

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Will China build a record 81-92gw Solar System in 2022?

China’s residential and commercial / industrial rooftop solar sector will drive the country’s new build to a record 81-92GW in 2022 Since the middle of 2021, China’s central authorities have encouraged local governments to coordinate available rooftops and build small-scale PV in bulk.