Market Size (2018)
$9.91B
Vertical: PCMBase Year: 201811 Sections
Market Size (2018)
$9.91B
Projected (2025)
$22.66B
CAGR (2017–2025)
12.4%
Key Players
10+
The global zero-energy buildings market is driven by various factors, such as sustainable approach coupled with the growing demand for zero-energy building solutions. However, difficulties in obtaining certifications and permits act as a restraint for the market growth during the forecast period. The global zero-energy buildings market is expected to grow at 12.66% CAGR during the forecast period.
The global zero-energy buildings market has been segmented based on equipment, application, and region. Based on equipment, the global market has been segmented into lighting, walls & roofs, HVAC systems, and others. In 2018, the HVAC systems segment accounted for the largest market share of 36.65% with a market value of USD 3,633.1 million. It is projected to grow at 9.17% CAGR during the forecast period.
Based on application, the global market has been divided into residential buildings and non-residential buildings. In 2018, the non-residential buildings segment accounted for the largest market share of 61.43% with a market value of USD 6,089.5 million. It is projected to grow at 9.96% CAGR during the forecast period.
Based on region, in 2018, North America accounted for the largest market share of 42.24% with a market value of USD 4,186.8 million. It is projected to grow at 8.91% CAGR during the forecast period.
The Zero Energy Building Market market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 12.4% from 2017 to 2025.
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View Subscription PlansZero Energy Building Market
Historical performance and future projections (2020–2030, USD Billion)
Market Size (USD Mn)
Zero-energy buildings, also known as zero net energy buildings or net zero energy buildings, is a concept in which all the energy requirements are met from low-cost, locally available, non-polluting, renewable energy sources, usually at the building site. These are usually high performing, efficient buildings that use, over the course of a year, renewable technologies to produce as much energy as they consume from purchased commercial energy sources.
¡ To provide a detailed analysis of the market structure along with the forecast for the next six years of various segments and sub-segments of the global zero-energy buildings market
¡ To provide insights about factors affecting the market growth
¡ To analyze the global zero-energy buildings market based on various tools such as Supply Chain Analysis and Porter’s Five Force Analysis
¡ To provide historical and forecast revenue of the market segments and sub-segments with respect to regions and their respective key countries
¡ To provide country-level analysis of the market with respect to the current market size and future prospects
¡ To provide country-level analysis of the market for segments by equipment, application, and region
¡ To provide strategic profiling of key players in the market, comprehensively analyzing their core competencies, and drawing a competitive landscape for the global zero-energy buildings market
To track and analyze competitive developments such as joint ventures, strategic alliances, mergers and acquisitions, product developments, and research and developments in the global zero-energy buildings market
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View Subscription PlansThis report applies a rigorous multi-stage research process combining primary interviews, secondary data sources, and bottom-up market modelling to ensure accuracy and completeness across all segments and geographies.
Base Year
2018
Historical Period
2017 – 2017
Forecast Period
2019 – 2025
Primary Interviews
150+
Historical data (2017–2018) and forecast period (2018–2025)
Our research process spans primary interviews with industry stakeholders combined with comprehensive secondary data analysis, validated through triangulation across multiple independent sources.
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View Subscription PlansThe global zero-energy buildings market is a consolidated market, with a limited number of market players. The manufacturers/service providers are operating at regional level. These players are adopting strategies such as mergers & acquisitions, product development, partnerships, and expansion to improve their position in the regional market. High competition, rapid changes in technology, and integrated solutions by industry participants are the key factors that impact market growth. Vendors compete in terms of cost, product quality, and reliability. It is vital for these players to offer cost-effective and superior products and services to succeed in the competitive market environment.
The growth of market vendors depends on the market conditions, government support, and industry development. Thus, they should focus on improving their products and expanding their regional presence. DAIKIN INDUSTRIES, Ltd. (Japan), GENERAL ELECTRIC (US), Johnson Controls International plc (Ireland), Honeywell International Inc (US), Schneider Electric (France), and Siemens (Spain) being the leading players, held nearly 58.55% of the market share in 2018.
SunPower Corporation (US), Kingspan Group (Ireland), Solatube International, Inc. (US), Saint-Gobain (France) are some of the other key players operating in the global zero-energy buildings market.
The leading players, as mentioned above, are dominating the market due to their enhanced product portfolios, vast industry experience, and wide geographic reach. These players may strengthen their presence in the global market through expansion and acquisitions during the forecast period. Players with access to better technologies can develop unique and innovative products and services, which could render the competitor’s offerings, obsolete. The competitive environment in the market is likely to intensify further due to the increasing number of expansions
Michael Porter’s Five Forces model is a framework to study the global zero-energy building market. Strategic business managers, trying to gain an edge over competitive firms in the global zero-energy building market, can utilize this model to better comprehend the industry, in which the company operates. The components of each of the forces and the degree of impact of each force in the context of the global zero-energy building market have been broken down and analyzed. Threat of New Entrants
The threat of new entrants denotes the impact of new players trying to enter the market. Zero-energy building operators, trying to enter the market, require high capital to procure raw materials. Moreover, the technological complexity involved in constructing zero-energy building is high. The lack of established players in the market leads to an eased entry of new players. Thus, the threat of new entrants in the zero-energy building market is expected to be low during the forecast period. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
The bargaining power of suppliers refers to the degree of influence that input providers exert over the market dynamics. The concentration of equipment suppliers such as walls, roofs, HVAC systems, is moderate. Some zero-energy building operators tend to form agreements with suppliers for the uninterrupted supply of components, leading to a moderate supplier switching cost. Therefore, the bargaining power of suppliers in the zero-energy building market is expected to be moderate during the forecast period. Threat of Substitutes
Zero-energy buildings have various benefits such as greenhouse gas reduction, fresh indoor air, and thermal comfort. Moroever, they reduce energy consumption. There are no substitutes for zero-energy buildings. Thus, the threat of substitutes in the market during the forecast period is expected to be low. Bargaining Power of Buyers
There are many end users of residential and commercial zero-energy buildings. However, the adoption of zero-energy building is limited in most developing countries. The switching would be moderate due to the prevailing contracts between the contractors and property sellers. Therefore, the concentration of buyers is moderate. Hence, the bargaining power of buyers in the global zero-energy building market is expected to be moderate during the forecast period. Rivalry
There are a moderate number of players that are engaged in zero-energy building construction using advanced technologies. This involves high research and development investments. Moreover, zero-energy buildings are constructed for both residential and commercial purposes. The competition between the market players is moderate. The industry growth is high. Hence, the intensity of rivalry in the market is expected to be moderate during the forecast period.
Market estimates by geography (2025)
InsightNorth America leads with $9.87B by 2025, while Europe is projected to grow fastest at a 14.5% CAGR.
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View Subscription Plans| REGION | 2017 | 2018 | 2025 | CAGR | SHARE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asia Pacific | $1.77B | $2.60B | $3.91B | 10.4% | 17% |
| Rest of the World | $981.60M | $1.32B | $1.84B | 8.2% | 8% |
| Europe | $2.39B | $4.05B | $7.04B | 14.5% | 31% |
| North America | $3.73B | $5.98B | $9.87B | 12.9% | 44% |
| Total | $8.87B | $13.95B | $22.66B | 12.4% | 100% |
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View Subscription PlansTotal Market Size
$22.66B
| APPLICATION | REVENUE ($B) | GROWTH RATE | MARKET PENETRATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| non residential | $13.41B | 12.2% | 69% |
| residential | $6.11B | 7.1% | 31% |
* Revenue projections based on 2025 estimates. Growth rates represent CAGR 2024–2030. Market penetration indicates current adoption rate within addressable market segments.
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Analytical insights on Zero Energy Building Market covering market dynamics, competitive landscape, and strategic outlook.
The Zero Energy Building Market market is projected to reach $22.66B by 2025, growing at 12.4% CAGR. The non residential segment holds the largest share.
Nowadays, the zero-energy building (ZEB) concept is gaining popularity with an increase in numerous initiatives by the infrastructure and development organizations, across the globe. For instance, the International Energy Agency, has started a joint research program “Towards Net Zero Energy Solar Buildings” with 18 countries to increase the popularity of zero-energy buildings across the world. Since zero-energy buildings form one of the best ways for energy conservation, their introduction has led to the improvement of environmental, economic, and social position in certain regions. This has led to the growing adoption of zero-energy building solutions among the residential and non-residential end users, resulting in significant growth for zero-energy buildings, globally.
Technology providers which includes integrators and builders, are engaged in zero-energy building solutions are focused on promoting sustainable development with resilient building designs. However, zero-energy buildings demand one-time investment with high replacement rate of integrated panels for solar, geothermal, wind and other energy sources. Also, zero-energy building is an effective model for innovation, as it utilizes naturally occurring assets for applications, such as natural ventilation, passive solar orientation, thermal mass, daylighting, and night hours cooling. Additionally, with continuous innovation and advancement in zero-energy building technology, specifications are tailored by the organizations accordingly in order to promote adoption of zero-energy building. For instance, Johnson Control Plc, has been developing zero energy building solutions.
Increasing environmental concerns, stringent regulations for building codes, and heavy investments to conserve natural energy, result in an increase in the adoption rate of zero-energy building solutions. Therefore, the impact of the sustainable approach of zero-energy building construction on the global zero-energy building market is expected to remain high during the forecast period.
The growth in urban population has led to various environmental problems in urban areas and suburbs, due to the need for infrastructure to support the high demand for food, water, and power. According to the World Green Building Council, the construction projects all over the world have grown significantly in the last few years. Thus, the demand for zero-energy buildings is poised to grow in the midterm forecast period. The concerns regarding minimizing the energy consumption, add to the growth of zero-energy building construction, across the globe. Zero-energy buildings help reduce carbon footprint of a building by filtering pollutants and carbon dioxide coupled with various other environmental benefits. Therefore, the growing environmental concerns and the inclination of individuals to adopt green buildings, have led to the growing demand for zero-energy building (ZEB) construction. Zero-energy building construction increases the resale value of a property.
Increasing information about environmental and social impact of their buildings among architects & construction companies has brought about a surge in sustainable building technologies and construction. Zero-energy building or net zero-energy building not only brings down the operational costs but also increases the property value. Such buildings lower operating costs and energy bills as well as it they provide isolation from increasing high energy prices, which lead to their increased property values. Moreover, resale values of zero-energy buildings are generally greater and reduced total cost of ownership due to improved energy efficiency and allows building owners to charge higher rents. Such benefits are expected to increase the construction of zero energy building market during the forecast period. Thus, the impact of the growing demand for zero-energy building solutions on the global zero-energy building market is expected to shift from moderate to high over the forecast period.
Sustainability is becoming one of the prime concerns in construction to achieve social and environmental benefits and lower negative environmental impacts. Developing countries play an important role in achieving sustainable growth in two vital ways.
Firstly, the potential economic and social impacts of environmental degradation play a vital role in developing countries, creating lucrative opportunities for waste energy management techniques. Secondly, the emerging economies lack the technological advancements related to the zero energy building solutions further leading to the scope for growth.
Moreover, the emerging economies such as India and China depend on advanced the economies such as the US and Germany for the export of solid municipal waste. The construction of zero energy buildings will enable the recycling and reuse of such wastes without being exported and eliminate dependence on the developed countries. Therefore, zero-energy building play an important role in enhancing sustainability.
The construction of such buildings provides large-scale benefits, not only including its geothermal advantage, and enhanced air quality and lighting, but also increasing the share zero energy buildings in private construction.
Therefore, the scope for growth in emerging economies that ensure various benefits for architects, developers, and economies are expected to create an opportunity for the global market players.
The most prominent hurdle for global zero-energy building market is the regulatory framework for the construction of zero-energy buildings across the globe. In November 2011, certifications by the International Living Future Institute (ILFI) developed zero-energy building certification which will monitor the entire design and specification of the building all over the world. Challenges in certification application and permission include alternative rating systems, excess of submissions leading to extensive backlogs, and an increase in construction cost and government budgets. These may prevent an immediate or satisfying benefits of the construction, affecting energy efficiency.
The delay in obtaining certifications is attributed to the lack of certified professionals and expertise to enable the assembly of all components used in zero-energy buildings such as ventilation control, lighting control, temperature control, and abundant daylighting.
The complications in the deployment of the zero-energy building solutions along with the lack of skilled professionals along creates a high impact of the restraint on the market. However, with the rising awareness regarding energy efficiency, various developments by the providers, and the growing construction and information of zero-energy buildings, the skills required to gain permissions for the integration and operations of zero- energy buildings are expected to increase in the coming years. Therefore, the impact of certification and permits on the global zero energy buildings market is expected to shift from high to moderate over the forecast period.
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Profiles of 102 companies operating in the Zero Energy Building Market market, including revenue, employee count, and market positioning where available.
Showing 102 of 102 companies
Kingspan Group Plc.
Company Headquarters: Ireland Founded: 1966 Workforce: ~13,500 Company Working: Kingspan Group is one of the leading providers of sustainable building solutions across the world. It operates through five product segments, namely, insulated panels, access floor, environmental, insulation boards, and light and air. The light and air segment offer a range of daylighting and energy-efficient lighting, as well as natural ventilation and smoke management solutions. The company sells net-zero energy products under this segment. Its products have applications in the commercial & industrial, residential, and office & data sectors. The company operates in two end use groups, namely, new build and refurbishment. It has completed several projects to improve the energy-efficiency in several manufacturing sites. The company has 129 manufacturing facilities and a presence in more than 70 countries worldwide.
DAIKIN INDUSTRIES
Company Headquarters: Japan Founded: 1924 Workforce: ~76,484 Company Working: Daikin Industries is engaged in offering products and solutions in the fields of air conditioning & refrigeration, chemicals, and oil hydraulics, among others. It offers solutions and materials for zero-energy buildings under its chemical division to support sustainability in building and construction. The company provides Fluoro-based materials to enable sustainable ways of living to reach zero-energy objectives through innovations such as the use of membranes, ETFE films, ZEFFLE resins, and thin transparent coatings of fluoropolymer materials. This results in achieving properties like durability, safety, cost efficiency, low maintenance, and weatherability. The company has a presence in more than 150 countries with 291 consolidated subsidiaries and more than 100 production bases globally.
SunPower Corporation
Headquarters: California, US Founded: 1985 Workforce: Approximately 7,306 Company Working: SunPower Corporation is engaged in the business of crystalline silicon solar photovoltaic cells and solar panels. SunPower Corporation is also involved in research and development, and supply of solar power solutions, globally. The company operates in three main segments, namely residential, commercial, and power plants. For over three decades, SunPower Corporation solar panels generated around 18,000,000-megawatt hour (MWh) of solar power, globally and holds more than 750 patents for solar technology. SunPower Corporation offers commercial rooftop and ground-mounted solar power systems, residential mounting systems, and power plant systems, as well as utility-scale photovoltaic power plants. In addition to that, the company offers operations and maintenance services and outage restoration services. The company has prevalence in countries such as the US, Japan, and the UK and in Philippines. In 2011, SunPower Corporation became a subsidiary of global oil and gas giant, Total Energies Nouvelles Activités, USA, which bought the majority stake in the company to become a major player in the solar power industry. Also, SunPower has subsidiaries such as SunPower Malaysia Manufacturing Sdn. Bhd, SunPower Philippines Manufacturing Limited, and SunPower Technology Ltd. It competes with companies such as Trina Solar, Canadian Solar Inc., JA Solar Holdings, Yingli Solar, and Abengoa Solar.
Caterpillar
Caterpillar Inc. was founded in 1925 through the merger of Holt Manufacturing Company and C.L. Best Tractor Co. and is incorporated in Delaware with global headquarters in Irving, Texas. The company operates as a publicly traded corporation on the New York Stock Exchange and maintains manufacturing, sales, and service operations across more than 190 countries. Within the heavy equipment and utility vehicles market, Caterpillar organizes its business into three primary segments — Construction Industries, Resource Industries, and Energy & Transportation — each of which directly addresses demand for large-scale machinery, off-highway vehicles, and utility-grade equipment deployed in construction, mining, quarrying, and infrastructure development worldwide. Caterpillar's core product portfolio in the heavy equipment and utility vehicles market spans crawler and wheel dozers, hydraulic excavators, motor graders, articulated and off-highway trucks, wheel loaders, backhoe loaders, skid steer loaders, compact track loaders, and telehandlers. The company also produces a broad range of utility vehicles including small dozers and compact construction equipment marketed under the Cat brand. Caterpillar competes directly with Komatsu, Volvo CE, Deere & Company, and CNH Industrial across these categories. Its dealer network — comprising approximately 160 dealers operating roughly 2,900 dealer locations globally — provides a distribution and aftermarket parts advantage that sustains machine uptime and customer retention at scale. Caterpillar's recent strategic direction in the heavy equipment and utility vehicles market centers on electrification, autonomy, and digital connectivity. The company has advanced its Cat® Command autonomous haulage and dozing systems, which are deployed commercially at mining and large construction sites. Caterpillar announced a partnership with Luck Stone in 2023 to deploy autonomous Cat 777 trucks at quarry operations, demonstrating commercial traction for autonomous utility vehicles beyond mining. The company also continues to invest in battery-electric and hydrogen-ready machine platforms, having unveiled the Cat 301.9 electric mini excavator and the Cat 320 electric excavator for urban construction applications, positioning itself ahead of tightening emissions regulations in Europe and North America. Caterpillar reported full-year 2024 revenues of $64.8 billion, with the Construction Industries segment generating approximately $21.6 billion and Resource Industries contributing approximately $11.5 billion, underscoring the company's dominant revenue base within heavy equipment end markets. Key customer segments include large mining operators such as BHP, Rio Tinto, and Freeport-McMoRan for high-tonnage haul trucks and dozers, as well as major civil infrastructure contractors and government-funded highway and utility construction programs globally. Caterpillar held an estimated 15–18% share of the global construction equipment market by revenue as of 2024, making it the largest single manufacturer in the sector by most industry measures
H&E Equipment Services Inc
Company Headquarters: Los Angeles, United States Founded: 1961 Workforce: ~ 2,157 Company Working: H&E Equipment Services Inc (H&E Equipment) is an integrated equipment company that provides rentals and sales services. The company rents, sells and provides parts and service support for new and used earthmoving equipment, material handling, forestry, concrete, industrial and heavy equipment. It offers rental equipment such as hi-lift and aerial platform equipment, cranes, light towers, industrial and material lifts, bulldozers and cement mixers generators, among others. H&E Equipment offers services such as fleet maintenance, remanufacturing, structural repair and operator and safety training, among others. The Equipment Rentals segment rents construction and industrial equipment. The New Equipment Sales segment sells new equipment in product categories. The Used Equipment Sales segment offers rental fleet and inventoried equipment that are acquired through trade-ins with its equipment customers and through purchases of high quality used equipment. The company operates through its offices in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida and other states in the US. H&E Equipment is headquartered in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, the US.
Nishio Rent All Co Ltd
Company Headquarters: Osaka, Japan Founded: 1959 Workforce: ~ 4,463 Company Working: Nishio Rent All Co Ltd (Nishio) is a provider of equipment rental services. It offers rentals and uses sales equipment for civil and road construction, civil work, and large scale projects; plant maintenance and building works; and events and exhibitions. The company designs, fabricates, installs, and operates muddy wastewater treatment equipment and contaminated soil remediation systems. Nishio manufactures, rents, and sells battery motorized vehicles for tunnel and inside premises works. The company offers different forklifts, aerial platforms, work platforms, tower cranes, and maintenance equipment. It also rents equipment for exhibitions and equipment & materials for outdoor events. Furthermore, it also sells various parts and equipment; and provides inspection and onsite repair services for large-scale projects. The company also sells, rents, and installs sports flooring material produced by Connor Sport Court. The company offers its solutions and services through 416 rental operation divisions and 55 franchise operation chain stores in Japan. The company has a presence in Australia, China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Vietnam, Singapore, Thailand, and Other countries. Nishio is headquartered in Osaka, Osaka, Japan.
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