Domestic solar container sector

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.

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.

What is the Dutch solar PV industry?

Developments of the Dutch solar PV industry closely followed the European solar PV industry. However, in time, the Dutch industry will focus more on a niche market with aesthetic, thin-film, flexible solar panels that are suitable to integrate into buildings to expand solar capacity while saving space.

Is the Netherlands a good place to integrate solar PV modules?

The Netherlands holds a unique position in the integration of PV modules in the built environment. Through desk research and interviews with industry experts we address relevant market failures that affect the European solar PV supply chain and provide strategic perspectives for rebuilding it.

Why do Dutch companies buy solar panels from Asian factories?

Scale is the main reason for Dutch companies to buy materials from Asian factories. Therefore, joint purchases of bulk equipment from European manufacturers can strengthen a more autonomous Dutch and European solar PV production chain. Further, the Netherlands has a pioneering role in the development of mass customisation and lightweight panels.

Is the Netherlands in a growing European solar PV value chain?

This study aims to identify the Netherlands’ position in a growing European solar PV value chain, its obstacles and opportunities. The study relies on literature research, desk research, and interviews with industry stakeholders. Solar panel power generation has experienced remarkable growth worldwide.