Thermoelectric/Seebeck Generator Market Outlook - 2030
The global thermoelectric generator market size was valued at $ 472.5 million in 2020, and is forecasted to reach $1443.3 million by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 11.8% from 2021 to 2030. Thermoelectric generator is a solid-state device that converts heat into electricity. Such devices are based on thermoelectric effects involving interactions between the flow of heat and of electricity through solid bodies. P-type and n-type elements are used in thermoelectric generators to allow electrons to migrate and generate electric current. These generators have no moving parts, and are completely silent unlike conventional heat engines. These generators are a low-maintenance, renewable energy source that are simple to install, safe to store, and cost-effective.
Increase in demand for fuel-efficient vehicles and implementation of stringent government regulations to curb the emission of carbon dioxide act as the key driving forces of the global thermoelectric generator market. The market for thermoelectric generators may be hampered by high cost of thermoelectric materials and lack of technological expertise. On the contrary, increased vehicle production and demand for greener energy are expected to open new avenues for the expansion of the global thermoelectric generator market. These are some of the thermoelectric generator market trends observed globally.
The global thermoelectric generator market is segmented into material, application, end-use industry, and region. On the basis of material, the market is segregated into bismuth telluride, lead telluride, and others.
The applications of thermoelectric generators include waste heat recovery, energy harvesting, direct power generation, and co-generation. Depending on end-use industry, the market is fragmented into automotive, aerospace, industrial, consumer, and healthcare. Region wise, the market is studied across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and LAMEA. Presently, Europe accounts for the largest share of the market, followed by North America.
The key players operating in the global thermoelectric generators industry include Gentherm, Inc., Ferrotec Holdings Corporation, Yamaha Corp., Laird Thermal Systems, Komatsu Ltd., Kyocera Corporation, Phononic Devices, Evident Thermoelectrics, and II-VI Marlow, Inc.
Thermoelectric generator market, by material
The bismuth telluride thermoelectric generators segment accounted for the largest share in 2020 and projected to grow at the highest CAGR of 12.0% This is attributed to the fact that bismuth telluride is the most widely used material, as it has the highest figure of merit and exhibits high performance.
By Material
Bismuth Telluride Material in Thermoelectric Generator is projected as the most lucrative segment.
Thermoelectric generator market, by application
The Waste Heat Recovery thermoelectric generators segment was the largest share in 2020 and projected to grow at highest CAGR of 12.4% owing to the increasing trend of electrification of automobiles.
By Application
Waste Heat Recovery Application is projected as the most lucrative segment.
Thermoelectric generator market, by end-use industry
The aerospace segment accounted for the largest share of the thermoelectric generator market in 2020 owing to increasing adoption of thermoelectric generators in space crafts and rockets for power generation
By End-use Industry
Waste Heat Recovery Application is projected as the most lucrative segment.
Thermoelectric generator market, by region
The North America thermoelectric generator market is expected to grow during forecast period, owing rise in demand generators by automotive, aerospace, healthcare and others.
By Region
North America is projected as the most lucrative market.
Key Benefits For Stakeholders
- The report provides in-depth analysis of the global thermoelectric generator market along with the current trends and future estimations.
- This report highlights the key drivers, opportunities, and restraints of the market along with the impact analysis during the forecast period.
- Porter’s five forces analysis helps to analyze the potential of the buyers & suppliers and the competitive scenario of the global thermoelectric generator market for strategy building.
- A comprehensive thermoelectric generator market analysis covers the factors that drive and restrain the global thermoelectric generator market growth.
- The qualitative data about market dynamics, trends, and developments is provided in the report.
Impact Of Covid-19 On The Global Thermoelectric Generator Market
- COVID-19 has spread to almost 213 countries around the globe with the World Health Organization declaring it a public health emergency on March 11, 2020.
- Some of the major economies suffering from the COVID-19 crises include Germany, France, Italy, Spain, the UK, and Norway.
- In many countries, the economy has dropped due to the halt of several industries, especially transport and supply chain. Demand for the application has been hindered, as there is no development due to the lockdown.
- The demand–supply gap, disruptions in raw material procurement, and price volatility are expected to hamper the growth of the industry during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Due to a scarcity of resources in various parts of the world, the COVID-19 pandemic has negatively impacted the manufacturing and industrial industries. The industry's top players are concerned about the market's prospects and are rethinking their strategies to meet the challenge.
Key Market Segments
By Material
- Bismuth Telluride
- Lead Telluride
- Others
By Application
- Waste Heat Recovery
- Energy Harvesting
- Direct Power Generation
- Co-generation
By End-use Industry
- Automotive
- Aerospace
- Industrial
- Consumer
- Healthcare
By Region
- North America
- U.S.
- Canada
- Mexico
- Europe
- Germany
- France
- Spain
- Italy
- UK
- Rest of Europe
- Asia-Pacific
- China
- Japan
- India
- South Korea
- Australia
- Rest of Asia-Pacific
- LAMEA
- Brazil
- South Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- Rest of LAMEA
Thermoelectric Generator (TEG) Market Report Highlights
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 Key Market Players | Komatsu Ltd., Ferrotec Holdings Corporation, Gentherm, Inc., .Phononic, KYOCERA Corporation, Laird Thermal Systems, .II-VI MARLOW, INC., TEC Microsystems GmbH, YAMAHA CORPORATION CO., LTD., Global power technologies |
Analyst Review
Thermoelectric generator is a solid-state semiconductor device that converts a temperature difference and heat flow into a useful DC power source. Thermoelectric generator semiconductor devices utilize the seebeck effect to generate voltage. This generated voltage drives electrical current and produces useful power at a load.
Increase in adoption of thermoelectric generators in automotive application and the efforts to exploit waste-heat-recovery technologies are likely to drive the growth of thermoelectric generators market. Moreover, increased use of wearable and handheld consumer electronic devices is further expected to boost the market growth. However, low efficiency of thermoelectric generators and lack of skilled personnel hamper the market growth during the forecast period.
The growth drivers, restraints, and opportunities are explained in the report to better understand the market dynamics. This report further highlights the key areas of investment. In addition, it includes Porter’s five forces analysis to understand the competitive scenario of the industry and role of each stakeholder. The report features the strategies adopted by key market players to maintain their foothold in the market. Furthermore, it highlights the competitive landscape of the key players to increase their market share and sustain intense competition in the industry.
Rising demand for fuel efficiency amidst stringent emission control norms is a driver of thermoelectric generators market.
The aerospace industry is projected to increase the demand for thermoelectric generators market
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Increase in demand for fuel-efficient vehicles and implementation of stringent government regulations to curb the emission of carbon dioxide act as the key driving forces of the global thermoelectric generators market
The market value of global thermoelectric generators market in 2021 is expected to be $528.3 million and projected to rise to $1443.3 million in 2030.
The top ten market players are selected based on two key attributes - competitive strength and market positioning
The leading players in the market are Gentherm, Inc., Ferrotec Holdings Corporation, Yamaha Corp., Thermo Electric Company, Inc., Laird Thermal Systems, Komatsu Ltd., Kyocera Corporation, Phononic Devices, Evident Thermoelectrics, and II-VI Marlow, Inc.
The global thermoelectric generators market is segmented on the basis of materials, application, end use and region.
The waste heat recovery in the global thermoelectric generators market is projected to increase the demand of thermoelectric generators during the forecast period.
China is one of the major producers of raw materials required for the production of thermoelectric generators. The disruptions in the supply chain due to COVID-19 induced lockdown has impacted the market negatively in 2021.
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