How much does a module cost in Australia?

Modules are delivered at USD 0.09-0.10/W in Australia. With clearance sales ending, European spot prices are stabilizing. Manufacturers are considering raising prices to EUR 0.1/W, but market uncertainty remains. Futures prices are EUR 0.088-0.09/W, leading to slight price adjustments.

Will price fluctuations affect the photovoltaic module market?

As the global energy transition accelerates, the photovoltaic (PV) industry, as a key component of renewable energy, continues to attract significant attention for its promising development prospects. However, price fluctuations in the photovoltaic module market remain a critical factor influencing the industry’s growth.

How are photovoltaic module price adjustments affecting industry players?

The current round of photovoltaic module price adjustments has imposed significant operational pressure on industry players. Leading companies, with their high R&D costs, are at a disadvantage in the price competition. Meanwhile, small and medium-sized enterprises find it challenging to endure prolonged price wars.

What factors affect the cost of photovoltaic modules?

1. Cost Factors Driving Price Fluctuations The cost of photovoltaic modules is primarily composed of solar cells, glass, encapsulation film, and labor expenses.

How much does a Topcon module cost?

TOPCon module prices by region: Prices come in at USD 0.085-0.09/W in the Asia Pacific and USD 0.085-0.09/W in Japan and South Korea. In India, prices for imported modules from China are USD 0.08-0.09/W. Indian modules made with Chinese cells are priced at USD 0.14-0.15/W, with minimal price gap between PERC and TOPCon ones.

Why do solar modules cost so much?

However, as the primary cost component of photovoltaic modules, the price of solar cells plays a decisive role in module pricing. Due to the oversupply of polysilicon in earlier periods, prices have been under sustained pressure since 2023, even falling below cost levels in the first half of 2024.