2025 Photovoltaic Panel Recruitment Information

How many solar workers are there in Europe in 2022?

Hitting 648,000 workers in 2022, the sector is set to reach 800,000 workers in 2023, and 1.2 million by 2027 in SolarPower Europe’s most-likely scenario for EU solar market growth.* As in previous years, the installation segment of the value chain continues to dominate the share of workers, employing 84% of solar workers.

How many solar workers are there in 2022?

The report stated there were 648,000 workers employed in the solar industry at the end of 2022, which was a 39% increase from the year prior. Poland recorded the largest proportion of full-time workers, at almost 150,000 people by the end of last year, followed by Spain and Germany.

What skills does a solar photovoltaic installer need?

Solar photovoltaic installers must be able to work with power tools and hand tools at great heights, and possess in-depth knowledge of electrical wiring as well as basic math skills. When necessary, installers must be problem solvers, able to repair damaged systems or replace malfunctioning components.

Should electricians be encouraged to do solar PV training?

On the electrician’s side, apprentices should be encouraged to carry out solar PV training under the supervision of electricians, during their years of studies, to ensure they also have the necessary skills to work on residential, commercial and public roofs.

Where is PV installed in 2022?

Approximately 52% of U.S. PV capacity installed in 2022 was in Texas, Florida, and California. Despite a concentration of PV installations in the top three markets, diversification of growth continues across the United States.

How many solar panels are there in 2022?

In 2022, global PV shipments were approximately 283 GW—an increase of 46% from 2021. In 2022, 96% of PV shipments were mono c-Si technology, compared to 35% in 2015. N-type mono c-Si grew to 51% - up from 20% in 2021 (and 5% in 2019). In 2022, the United States produced a around 5 GW of PV modules.