International energy agency solar container forecast

The IEA’s flagship World Energy Outlook (WEO) is the most authoritative source of global energy analysis and projections. Updated annually to reflect the latest energy data, technology and market trends, and government policies, it explores a range of possible energy futures and their implications. The International Energy Agency (IEA) cut its 2025–30 renewables forecast by 5%, citing lower solar additions, though PV still represents nearly 80% of 4. Between IEA, BNEF and S&P Global, the prognosis for solar growth is optimism, with a dash of caution, as all three have predicted a slowdown linked primarily to China numbers in 2026. As we approach 2026, the global solar market is entering its most complex phase yet. This marks another record year for PV deployment, despite continued overcapacity in manufacturing and falling module prices that placed pressure on the entire.