How many households rely on rooftop solar PV by 2030?

Approximately 100 million households rely on rooftop solar PV by 2030 - Analysis and key findings. A report by the International Energy Agency.

How many households are relying on solar PV?

The number of households relying on solar PV grows from 25 million today to more than 100 million by 2030 in the Net Zero Emissions by 2050 Scenario (NZE Scenario). At least 190 GW will be installed from 2022 each year and this number will continue to rise due to increased competitiveness of PV and the growing appetite for clean energy sources.

What if the government fails to kickstart a rooftop solar revolution?

If the government fails to kickstart a rooftop solar revolution, an area of countryside larger than the size of Greater London will be required for ground-mounted schemes. CPRE’s view is that this land could be much better used for either nature recovery, public amenity or low impact food production; or a mixture of these.

Can rooftop solar panels meet our energy needs?

We have published research by the UCL Energy Institute into the true potential for meeting our energy needs if we made full use of the rooftop space available for solar panels across the country.

Why are rooftop solar PV systems becoming more popular?

The deployment of rooftop solar PV systems has increased significantly in recent years because of rapidly declining costs and supporting policies. Solar PV installations can be arranged in smaller configurations for mini-grids or domestic use.

Why should you donate to rooftop solar?

With your donation we can deliver the strongest possible campaign to get the government to deliver solar panels on rooftops across the country. We're calling for a rooftop solar revolution to accelerate our progress towards net zero, and protect landscapes and the natural world.