Global Wave of Energy Independence Surges, Driving Strong Demand for PV Support Section Steel
Global Wave of Energy Independence Surges, Driving Strong Demand for PV Support Section Steel
2026-07-22
Geopolitical shifts have spurred countries worldwide to accelerate their shift away from fossil fuels, with photovoltaic power emerging as the top choice for global energy transition. Global newly-installed PV capacity remains robust in 2026, with large-scale solar base projects in Middle Eastern deserts, commercial and industrial rooftop PV systems across Southeast Asia, utility-scale ground-mounted power stations in Latin America, residential solar-storage setups in North America, and coastal PV developments in Australia all seeing vigorous expansion.
Compared with aluminum alloy brackets, hot-dip galvanized cold-formed section steel boasts outstanding load-bearing capacity, cost-effectiveness and excellent adaptability for large-scale power stations, accounting for over 70% of materials used in global ground-mounted PV projects. Zinc-aluminum-magnesium coated steel is gaining widespread adoption for its superior corrosion resistance, suited for harsh operating environments including coastal zones, desert regions and high salt-spray areas, and has become the mainstream option for high-end PV projects around the world.