The Role of Policy in PV Industry Growth: Past, Present and Future

摘要: Recently, the photovoltaic (PV) industry has experienced phenomenal growth, with market demand expanding at an annual rate in excess of 40% [1, 2]. Technological improvements, increased economies scale and manufacturing experience have allowed PV manufacturers to lower costs production and, thereby, stimulate market. But policy been equally important factor, some instances most driver boom (e.g. rapid growth German Spanish markets) that could rival global computation communications. Key instruments spurring PV’s expansion include tax incentives Feed-in tariffs, rebates credits), regulations renewable portfolio standards, new building codes requiring zeroenergy capable operation, solar energy mandates) public research development (R&D).