Research Methodology – Distributed Solar Power Generation Market
At Straits Research, we adopt a rigorous 360° research approach that integrates both primary and secondary research methodologies. This ensures accuracy, reliability, and actionable insights for stakeholders. Our methodology for the Distributed Solar Power Generation Market comprises the following key stages:
Market Indicator & Macro-Factor Analysis
Our baseline thesis for the Distributed Solar Power Generation Market is developed by integrating key market indicators and macroeconomic variables. These include:
Factors considered while calculating market size and share
- Overall energy demand and consumption
- Current installations of distributed solar power
- The cost of solar power equipment and installation
- Policy frameworks and government incentives for solar power
- Access to financing for solar projects
- The relative cost of solar power compared to other forms of energy
- Growth in electric vehicle market
- Level of awareness and consumer preference for renewable energy sources
Key Market Indicators
- Total installed capacity of distributed solar power
- Percentage of total energy supply generated by solar power
- Number of new installations per year
- Total investment in solar power projects
- Average cost of solar panels and their installation
- Government initiatives and policies supporting solar power
Growth Trends
- Growth in the number of installations
- Reduction in the cost of solar power generation and equipment
- Increasing investment in clean and renewable energy sources
- Trends towards decentralization of energy production
- Improved efficiency and capacity of solar panels
- Integration of solar power into smart-grid systems
Secondary Research
Our secondary research forms the foundation of market understanding and scope definition. We collect and analyze information from multiple reliable sources to map the overall ecosystem of the Distributed Solar Power Generation Market. Key inputs include:
- Annual reports, investor presentations, SEC filings
- Company press releases and product launch announcements
- Public executive interviews and earnings calls
- Strategy briefings and M&A updates
- Country-level industry associations and trade bodies
- Government dossiers, policy frameworks, and official releases
- Whitepapers, working papers, and public R&D initiatives
- Relevant Associations for the Distributed Solar Power Generation Market
- Broker reports and financial analyst coverage
- Paid databases (Hoovers, Factiva, Refinitiv, Reuters, Statista, etc.)
- Import/export trade data and tariff databases
- Sector-specific journals, magazines, and news portals
- Global macroeconomic indicators and their cascading effect on the industry
- Demand–supply outlook and value chain analysis
- Consumer behaviour, adoption rates, and commercialization trends
Primary Research
To validate and enrich our secondary findings, we conduct extensive primary research with industry stakeholders across the value chain. This ensures we capture both qualitative insights and quantitative validation. Our primary research includes:
- Key Opinion Leader (KOL) Engagements
- Structured interviews with executives, product managers, and domain experts
- Paid and barter-based interviews across manufacturers, distributors, and end-users
- Discussions with stakeholders to validate demand-supply gaps
- Group discussions on emerging technologies, regulatory shifts, and adoption barriers
- Cross-verification of market sizing and forecasts with industry insiders
- Capturing business perspectives on growth opportunities and restraints
Data Triangulation & Forecasting
The final step of our research involves data triangulation ensuring accuracy through cross-verification of:
- Demand-side analysis (consumption patterns, adoption trends, customer spending)
- Supply-side analysis (production, capacity, distribution, and market availability)
- Macroeconomic & microeconomic impact factors
- Time-series analysis
- Regression and correlation studies
- Baseline modeling
- Expert validation at each stage
Outcome
The outcome is a comprehensive and validated market model that captures:
- Market sizing (historical, current, forecast)
- Growth drivers and restraints
- Opportunity mapping and investment hotspots
- Competitive positioning and strategic insights
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