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Small Wind - Global Strategic Business Report

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  • 472 Pages
  • February 2025
  • Region: Global
  • Global Industry Analysts, Inc
  • ID: 5141422
The global market for Small Wind was valued at US$1.3 Billion in 2024 and is projected to reach US$2.4 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 10.3% from 2024 to 2030. This comprehensive report provides an in-depth analysis of market trends, drivers, and forecasts, helping you make informed business decisions.

Global Small Wind Market - Key Trends & Drivers Summarized

Small wind energy systems, typically defined as wind turbines with capacities of up to 100 kW, are becoming an increasingly important component of the renewable energy landscape. These systems are designed for localized power generation, serving residential, agricultural, commercial, and small industrial applications. Small wind turbines can be installed on-grid or off-grid, providing a versatile solution for reducing electricity costs and carbon footprints. They are particularly beneficial in rural and remote areas where the power grid may be unreliable or nonexistent. Advances in turbine technology, including improved aerodynamics, materials, and control systems, have significantly enhanced the efficiency and reliability of small wind systems.

The market for small wind energy is expanding due to a combination of technological advancements and supportive regulatory environments. Governments worldwide are implementing incentives, such as tax credits, feed-in tariffs, and grants, to promote the adoption of small wind systems. These incentives, coupled with rising electricity prices and increasing awareness of environmental issues, are driving the demand for renewable energy solutions. The cost of small wind turbines has also decreased over time, making them a more economically viable option for a broader range of users. Furthermore, innovations in hybrid systems that combine wind, solar, and battery storage are enhancing the appeal and functionality of small wind installations.

The growth in the small wind market is driven by several factors. Firstly, the increasing demand for decentralized energy solutions, especially in off-grid and rural areas, is boosting the adoption of small wind systems. Secondly, advancements in turbine technology, including more efficient blades and better energy capture at lower wind speeds, are improving the performance and cost-effectiveness of these systems. Thirdly, government policies and incentives aimed at promoting renewable energy are providing financial support and regulatory frameworks conducive to small wind projects. Lastly, the growing emphasis on sustainability and the reduction of carbon emissions are encouraging individuals and businesses to invest in renewable energy sources like small wind. These factors collectively contribute to the robust growth of the small wind market.

Scope of the Study

The report analyzes the Small Wind market, presented in terms of market value (US$ Thousand). The analysis covers the key segments and geographic regions outlined below.

Segments:

Axis Type (Horizontal, Vertical); Installation Type (Off-Grid, On-Grid); Application (Commercial, Residential, Utilities).

Geographic Regions/Countries:

World; USA; Canada; Japan; China; Europe; France; Germany; Italy; UK; Spain; Russia; Rest of Europe; Asia-Pacific; Australia; India; South Korea; Rest of Asia-Pacific; Latin America; Argentina; Brazil; Mexico; Rest of Latin America; Middle East; Iran; Israel; Saudi Arabia; UAE; Rest of Middle East; Africa.

Key Insights:

  • Market Growth: Understand the significant growth trajectory of the Horizontal Axis Wind Turbine segment, which is expected to reach US$1.6 Billion by 2030 with a CAGR of a 9.4%. The Vertical Axis Wind Turbine segment is also set to grow at 12.3% CAGR over the analysis period.
  • Regional Analysis: Gain insights into the U.S. market, valued at $188.6 Million in 2024, and China, forecasted to grow at an impressive 14.1% CAGR to reach $776.5 Million by 2030. Discover growth trends in other key regions, including Japan, Canada, Germany, and the Asia-Pacific.

Report Features:

  • Comprehensive Market Data: Independent analysis of annual sales and market forecasts in US$ Million from 2024 to 2030.
  • In-Depth Regional Analysis: Detailed insights into key markets, including the U.S., China, Japan, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa.
  • Company Profiles: Coverage of major players such as Intertek Group PLC, Jacobs Wind Electric Company, Fortis Wind BV, Orchid International, Bergey WindPower Company and more.
  • Complimentary Updates: Receive free report updates for one year to keep you informed of the latest market developments.

Why You Should Buy This Report:

  • Detailed Market Analysis: Access a thorough analysis of the Global Small Wind Market, covering all major geographic regions and market segments.
  • Competitive Insights: Get an overview of the competitive landscape, including the market presence of major players across different geographies.
  • Future Trends and Drivers: Understand the key trends and drivers shaping the future of the Global Small Wind Market.
  • Actionable Insights: Benefit from actionable insights that can help you identify new revenue opportunities and make strategic business decisions.

Key Questions Answered:

  • How is the Global Small Wind Market expected to evolve by 2030?
  • What are the main drivers and restraints affecting the market?
  • Which market segments will grow the most over the forecast period?
  • How will market shares for different regions and segments change by 2030?
  • Who are the leading players in the market, and what are their prospects?

Some of the 95 major companies featured in this Small Wind market report include:

  • Intertek Group PLC
  • Jacobs Wind Electric Company
  • Fortis Wind BV
  • Orchid International
  • Bergey WindPower Company
  • Kliux Energies International Inc.
  • Marlec Engineering Co., Ltd.
  • Foshan Ouyad Electronic Co., Ltd.
  • Leviathan Energy LLC
  • Guangzhou HY Energy Technology Limited Corp.
  • Energy Technology Centre Ltd.
  • Northern Power Systems, Inc.
  • Braun Windturbinen GmbH
  • Halo Energy
  • MOWEA GmbH

Table of Contents

I. METHODOLOGYMII. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1. MARKET OVERVIEW
  • Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic and Looming Global Recession
  • Prolonged Pandemic, Ukraine-Russia Conflict and Ensuing Economic Disruptions Impact Growth Outlook
  • World Economic Growth Projections (Real GDP, Annual % Change) for the Years 2021 through 2024
  • Energy Sector: COVID-19 Pandemic Brings Numerous Challenges to Small Wind Sector
  • Global Energy Market Growth Outlook (In %) for Years 2019 through 2025F
  • Opportunities for the Power & Energy Sector in the Post-Pandemic Era
  • Impact of the Pandemic on Small Wind Market
  • Competitive Scenario
  • Small Wind - Global Key Competitors Percentage Market Share in 2024 (E)
  • Competitive Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial for Players Worldwide in 2024 (E)
  • Global Market Prospects & Outlook
  • World Small Wind Market by Application (2024 & 2030): Percentage Breakdown of Sales for Commercial, Residential, and Utilities
  • Analysis by Axis Type
  • World Small Wind Market by Axis Type (2024 & 2030): Percentage Breakdown of Sales for Horizontal, and Vertical
  • Analysis by Installation Type
  • World Small Wind Market by Installation Type (2024 & 2030): Percentage Breakdown of Sales for Off-Grid, and On-Grid
  • Regional Analysis
  • World Small Wind Market by Region (2024 & 2030): Percentage Breakdown of Sales for Developed and Developing Regions
  • World Small Wind Market - Geographic Regions Ranked by CAGR (Sales) for 2023-2030: China, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, Africa, Canada, USA, Europe, and Japan
  • Brief Overview of Select Regional Markets
  • An Introduction to Small Wind
  • Small Wind Turbines
  • Recent Market Activity
2. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS
3. MARKET TRENDS & DRIVERS
  • Small Wind Turbines: Real Blue-Sky Opportunity for Clean, Renewable Energy
  • Prominent Trends with Potential to Shape Wind Power Industry
  • Small Wind to Attain Next Level with Ongoing Technological Advances
  • Wind Energy to Get Turbocharged & Scale Greater Heights with Futuristic Innovations
  • Pandemic’s Impact on Utilities Affects Demand for Small Wind
  • Power Grid Modernization Implies Upgrades in Policy Regimes & Infrastructure
  • Global Investments into Power T&D Infrastructure by Region (in %) for 2020 and 2040
  • Integrating Wind Energy in Power Grids to Meet Peak Demand
  • Targets for Electricity Production from Renewable Energy Sources in Select Countries
  • Increasing Focus on Renewable Energy Production to Drive Market Growth
  • Rising Investments in Expansion of Power Networks to Drive Growth
  • Electricity Demand Patterns to Drive Growth
  • Projected Global Demand for Electricity (MWh): 2015, 2025, & 2035
  • Change in Gross Electricity Demand in TWh for 2017-2050
  • Global Primary Energy Consumption (Billion toe): Growth Trajectory for the Period 1990-2040
  • Global Energy Consumption (Billion toe) by Country/Region (1995, 2017 and 2040): Breakdown for USA, China, India, Russia, Brazil, EU, Middle East and Rest of World
  • Estimated Global Power Generation Infrastructure Requirement (in US$ Billion) for China, India, Latin America, and North America over the Period 2010-2030
  • Rapid Urbanization: A Mega Growth Driver for Small Wind
  • World Population (in Thousands) by Geographic Region for the Years 2018, 2025, 2040, and 2050
  • World Urban Population in Million and as Percentage of Total Population for the Period 1950-2050
  • World Population Urbanization Rate (%) by Region/Country: 2016 & 2040
  • Focus on Increasing Renewable Energy Contribution to Global Energy Mix Augurs Well for Small Wind Market
  • Global Energy Mix: 1990 Vs 2020 Vs 2030
  • Increased Opportunity for Energy-as-a-Service in Renewable Energy Space
  • Growing Trend Towards Green/LEED Buildings Offer Lucrative Opportunities for Small Wind
  • Distributed Generation Offers Opportunities for Small Wind Systems
  • World Distributed Generation Market by Geographic Region (2024 & 2030) - Annual Revenues in US$ Million for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa
  • Smart Cities & Smart Grids Elevate the Prospects for Small Wind
  • Global Smart Grid Market (In US$ Billion) for Years 2021, 2023, 2025 and 2027
  • Power Outages & Its Impact on Digitalized Enterprises Spurs Establishment of Microgrids and Small Wind Systems
  • Cost of Load Failures Due to Power Disruptions/Outages in US$ Per Hour by Select Commercial Activity
  • Annual Value Lost Due to Electrical Outages as a Percentage (%) of Sales of Affected Firms
  • Small Wind Market: Challenges
  • Small Wind Turbines: Key Restraints
4. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
  • TABLE 1: World Small Wind Market Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2030
  • TABLE 2: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Small Wind by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 3: World Historic Review for Small Wind by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 4: World 15-Year Perspective for Small Wind by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 5: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Horizontal by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 6: World Historic Review for Horizontal by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 7: World 15-Year Perspective for Horizontal by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 8: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Vertical by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 9: World Historic Review for Vertical by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 10: World 15-Year Perspective for Vertical by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 11: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Off-Grid by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 12: World Historic Review for Off-Grid by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 13: World 15-Year Perspective for Off-Grid by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 14: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for On-Grid by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 15: World Historic Review for On-Grid by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 16: World 15-Year Perspective for On-Grid by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 17: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Commercial by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 18: World Historic Review for Commercial by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 19: World 15-Year Perspective for Commercial by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 20: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Residential by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 21: World Historic Review for Residential by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 22: World 15-Year Perspective for Residential by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 23: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Utilities by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 24: World Historic Review for Utilities by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 25: World 15-Year Perspective for Utilities by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
III. MARKET ANALYSIS
UNITED STATES
  • Small Wind Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United States for 2025 (E)
CANADAJAPAN
CHINA
  • Small Wind Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in China for 2025 (E)
EUROPE
  • Small Wind Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Europe for 2025 (E)
FRANCEGERMANYITALYUNITED KINGDOMSPAINRUSSIAREST OF EUROPE
ASIA-PACIFIC
  • Small Wind Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Asia-Pacific for 2025 (E)
AUSTRALIAINDIASOUTH KOREAREST OF ASIA-PACIFICLATIN AMERICAMIDDLE EASTAFRICAIV. COMPETITION

Companies Mentioned (Partial List)

A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to:

  • Intertek Group PLC
  • Jacobs Wind Electric Company
  • Fortis Wind BV
  • Orchid International
  • Bergey WindPower Company
  • Kliux Energies International Inc.
  • Marlec Engineering Co., Ltd.
  • Foshan Ouyad Electronic Co., Ltd.
  • Leviathan Energy LLC
  • Guangzhou HY Energy Technology Limited Corp.
  • Energy Technology Centre Ltd.
  • Northern Power Systems, Inc.
  • Braun Windturbinen GmbH
  • Halo Energy
  • MOWEA GmbH

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