What is the biggest solar PV project in Southeast Asia?

Philippines The biggest operational solar PV project to date in Southeast Asia is the 132.5 MW Cadiz Solar Power Plant located in the province of Negros Occidental in the Philippines. The plant is owned by Helios Solar Energy Corporation and is being operated and maintained by Bouygues Construction.

Why is Southeast Asia a top exporter of solar power equipment?

In little over a decade, Southeast Asia has become one of the world’s top exporters of solar power equipment – a success driven significantly by the relocation of Chinese manufacturers to the region. But now, the sector faces considerable challenges as US tariffs cut off their main export market, intensifying pressure on a previously booming trade.

What is the Southeast Asia Solar supply chain map?

This edition of the Southeast Asia Solar Supply Chain Map provides a detailed snapshot of current realities and future ambitions, as the region navigates complex trade, investment, and production challenges.

Where do Southeast Asia's Solar Exports come from?

Southeast Asia’s solar exports have primarily targeted the US, with more than 80% of the equipment it imported in the first half of 2024 sourced from Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand and Cambodia, according to BloombergNEF. But this successful run is now under threat.

Why is PV module manufacturing under pressure in Southeast Asia?

Despite strong ambitions, PV module manufacturing in Southeast Asian is currently under pressure. Operational capacities have been significantly reduced or temporarily halted, primarily due to U.S. import tariffs. Once a strategic workaround for Chinese manufacturers aiming to access Western markets, Southeast Asia now faces growing constraints.

What's new in the 2025 Southeast Asia Solar supply chain map?

The first 2025 edition of the Southeast Asia Solar Supply Chain Map includes significant revisions and additions, driven by valuable market feedback and the region’s evolving geopolitical and industrial dynamics.