Solid Oxide Fuel Cell (SOFC) Market Size & Forecast Report, 2014 - 2025

Report ID: MN17617501  |  Published: September 2017  |  No of Pages: 144
Format: Electronic (PDF)  |  Industry: Renewable Energy

The global solid oxide fuel cells (SOFC) market size is anticipated to value at USD 1.42 billion by 2025, during the forecast period. The market is subject to witness substantial growth due to the growing emphasis on finding alternative energy sources and increasing awareness about the benefits of solid oxide fuel cells (SOFC). The rise in preference towards solid oxide fuel cells (SOFC) is mainly due to their capability of generating electricity with the help of different sets of fuels including hydrogen, natural gas, and biogas. Solid oxide fuel cells (SOFC) have become vital as a backup power unit due to numerous advantages over conventional systems, thus driving the growth of the solid oxide fuel cells (SOFC) industry over the forecast period.

Critical factors such as an increase in energy crisis faced by regional governments majorly in developing and underdeveloped regions are creating the need for sustainable energy. Furthermore, the rise in capital funding by private players as well as governmental agencies is substantially contributing to the progress of the industry in recent years. The commercialization in the energy sector is one of the key drivers responsible for the exponential rise in the market value for solid oxide fuel cells (SOFC). Globally, the solid oxide fuel cell market is predicted to grow at a CAGR of 30% in the forecast period, providing numerous opportunities for market players to invest in research and development in the market.

Growing concerns regarding carbon emissions and rising pressure on the developed economies to limit greenhouse gas emissions are fueling the expansion of the solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) industry in recent years. Other factors responsible for sustained growth of the market are increasing focus on energy security and higher efficiency associated with the adoption of solid oxide fuel cells (SOFC). The overall efficiency of solid oxide fuel cells (SOFC) varies from fifty to sixty percent, which is significantly higher in comparison with its counterparts. Though, higher costs associated with the production of the solid oxide fuel cells (SOFC) and installation are negatively impacting the growth of the market.

The high initial cost is directly associated with the compression and storage of hydrogen gas. Additionally, compression of hydrogen gas requires costly compressors, which in turn restrains the growth of the solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) market. Yet, recent technological advancement and concrete steps taken by key players and policymakers coupled with the adoption of the latest industry trends are expected to drive the growth of the market in upcoming years.

A solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) is termed an electrochemical system that is responsible for generating electricity by oxidization of a fuel cell. Fuel cells are differentiated based on electrolyte elements. Commonly, a solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) uses a metal oxide or ceramic as an electrolyte. The benefits of solid oxide fuel cells (SOFC) involve higher efficiency, better stability, flexibility, lower carbon emission, and lower maintenance cost.

The solid oxide fuel cells industry is divided into regional market segments such as North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Africa. North America and Europe have shown major growth in recent years owing to the rise implementation of the latest technologies and the existence of prominent industry players in the region.

Asia-Pacific region is predicted to hold a major market share in the solid oxide fuel cells market with massive growth in the forecast period. Countries such as India, China, and Japan are leading the Asia-Pacific market with increasing applications of solid oxide fuel cells (SOFC) in the stationary segment, growing adoption in the automotive, commercial and residential sectors, and increasing investment by market players considering potential opportunities in the region. The key players in the solid oxide fuel cells (SOFC) industry are Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd., Ceres Power Holdings plc, Bloom Energy, Aisin Seiki Co., Ltd., Ensol Systems Inc., and Sunfire GmbH.

Market Segment:

Application Outlook (Volume, Units; Capacity, Kw; Revenue, USD Thousand; 2014 - 2025)
    • Stationary
        • Distributed Energy Generation
            • Residential Application
            • Commercial Application
            • Natural Gas Compression Station
            • Data Centers
            • Military & Defense Application
            • Grid Support
            • Industrial
            • Remote Application
            • Others
        • EPS/UPS
    • Transportation
    • Portable

Regional Outlook (Volume, Units; Capacity, Kw; Revenue, USD Thousand; 2014 - 2025)
    • North America
        • the U.S.
    • Europe
        • Germany
        • the UK
        • France
    • the Asia Pacific
        • China
        • South Korea
        • Taiwan
        • Japan
    • Central & South America
    • Middle East & Africa

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