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Harnessing the Sun: Celebrating Global Solar Energy Growth on Earth Day

Harnessing the Sun: Celebrating Global Solar Energy Growth on Earth Day

By April 21, 2025Blog
As we commemorate Earth Day, it’s inspiring to reflect on the remarkable advancements in solar energy worldwide. At Polar Racking, we’re honored to contribute to this clean energy revolution by providing robust solar mounting solutions that withstand diverse environmental challenges, from the harsh Canadian winters to the intense Caribbean hurricanes.​
Canada’s Solar Surge

Canada’s commitment to renewable energy has led to significant growth in the solar sector. In 2023, the country’s wind, solar, and energy-storage sectors expanded by 11.2%, bringing the total installed capacity to 21.9 GW – with 6.4 GW of total installed solar capacity. This upward trend is projected to continue, with the solar energy market anticipated to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.06% from 2025 to 2029.​  (Source: National Resources Canada)

United States: A Record-Breaking Year
The U.S. solar industry experienced unprecedented growth in 2024, installing nearly 50 GW of capacity—a 21% increase from the previous year. Solar accounted for 66% of all new electricity-generating capacity added to the U.S. grid during this period. Notably, wind and solar combined generated more electricity than coal for the first time, marking a significant shift in the nation’s energy landscape .​(Source: Canadian Renewable Energy Association+3SEIA+3Axios+3Latest news & breaking headlines+1WSJ+1 )
Caribbean: Embracing Solar Potential
The Caribbean region has seen a remarkable increase in solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity, surpassing 64.5 GW in 2023—a more than 110-fold increase over the past decade. In 2022 alone, solar energy capacity grew by 46%, highlighting the region’s commitment to harnessing its abundant solar resources. ​(Source: Statista)
MENA Region: Accelerating Solar Adoption

The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is rapidly advancing in solar energy adoption. In 2022, the region added 6.9 GW of utility-scale solar and wind capacity, a 57% increase – for an installed total of 32 GW of solar. Projections indicate that MENA will add 62 GW of renewable energy capacity over the next five years, with solar accounting for over 85% of this expansion. That’s a total of 180 GW of solar by 2030!

Polar Racking’s Commitment
At Polar Racking, we are proud to support this global shift towards renewable energy by delivering reliable, high-performance racking solutions tailored to diverse environments. Our collaborations with developers, EPCs, and partners across these regions are instrumental in driving the clean energy movement forward.​
This Earth Day, let’s celebrate these achievements and continue working towards a sustainable, brighter future powered by solar energy.

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