Captive Power Generation Market Research Report - Global Forecast till 2032

Captive Power Generation Market Research Report By Technology (Heat Exchangers, Turbines, Gas Engines, Transformers, Others), Fuel (Diesel, Gas, Coal, Others), Ownership (Single Ownership and Multiple Ownership), Connectivity (OffGrid and On-Grid), End Use (Industrial, Commercial, Residential) and By Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World) โ€“Market Forecast Till 2032

ID: MRFR/E&P/8966-HCR | 111 Pages | Author: Anshula Mandaokar | March 2024         

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Global Captive Power Generation Market Overview:


Captive Power Generation Market Size was valued at USD 505.8 Billion in 2022. The Captive Power Generation market industry is projected to grow from USD 533.6 Billion in 2023 to USD 818.9 Billion by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.50% during the forecast period (2023 - 2032). Favorable government policies and incentives, environmental sustainability, rapid industrialization and technological advancements, are the key market drivers enhancing the market growth.


Captive Power Generation Market Overview


Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review


Captive Power Generation Market Trends




  • Rapid industrialization and technological advancements is driving the market growth




Two strong drivers that have had a considerable impact on the market across many industries, including energy and power generation, are rapid industrialization and technical innovation. These factors, notably the expansion and development of the captive power production business, are crucial in determining the energy landscape.


As enterprises grow and modernize their processes, rapid industrialization has resulted in a rise in energy demand. There is a growing demand for a steady and uninterrupted power supply as a result of rising urbanization, increased manufacturing, and infrastructure developments. Grid restrictions and sporadic blackouts may result from traditional centralized power networks' inability to keep up with the rate of industrial expansion. Because of this, businesses now have a strong argument for using captive power generation to preserve production continuity and assure energy security.


Additionally, improvements in energy storage technologies have addressed the erratic nature of renewable energy sources. Examples include lithium-ion batteries and other grid-scale storage options. Businesses can use extra electricity produced during times of high production by storing it in energy storage systems to use it during periods of low output or peak demand, increasing the overall efficiency and dependability of captive power systems.


The management and optimization of energy systems have undergone a radical change as a result of the confluence of digital technology and smart solutions. Modern monitoring and control systems can be used in industrial facilities to optimize energy use and output, resulting in cost savings and effective operation. Predictive maintenance, real-time monitoring, and data-driven decision-making are all made possible by the Internet of Things (IoT) and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies for captive power production systems. Thus, driving the Captive Power Generation market revenue.


Captive Power Generation Market Segment Insights:


Captive Power Generation Technology Insights


The Captive Power Generation market segmentation, based on Technology, includes Heat Exchangers, Turbines, Gas Engines, Transformers, Others. The gas engines segment dominated the market in 2022. There are several uses for gas engines, including mechanical propulsion, cogeneration, and power generation. A gas engine's primary purpose in a gas power plant is to provide power to assist the generator in producing electricity. The Kyoto Protocol and the Paris Agreement, among other environmental rules, assist the decrease of carbon dioxide emissions. Future gas engine expansion is enabled by extensive applications in combined heat and power plants, automotive, marine, and industry.


Captive Power Generation Fuel Insights


The Captive Power Generation market segmentation, based on Fuel, includes Diesel, Gas, Coal, Others. The coal category generated the most income in 2022. About one-third of the electricity in the world is produced by coal. An example of a fossil fuel power station is one that burns coal. A pulverized coal-fired boiler burns coal after it has been pulverized.


Captive Power Generation Ownership Insights


The Captive Power Generation market segmentation, based on Ownership, includes Single Ownership and Multiple Ownership. The multiple ownership segment dominated the market in 2022. Companies can diversify the risks related to captive power generation by splitting ownership and operating duties. This might ease the pressure on particular firms and give a feeling of security.


Captive Power Generation Connectivity Insights


The Captive Power Generation market segmentation, based on Connectivity, includes OffGrid and On-Grid. The on-grid segment dominated the market in 2022. On-grid captive power generation may result in cost savings during periods of low renewable energy production or as a backup power source. This might be particularly helpful in areas with solid grid infrastructure and reasonable electricity prices.


Captive Power Generation End Use Insights


The Captive Power Generation market segmentation, based on End Use, includes Industrial, Commercial, and Residential. The industrial segment dominated the market in 2022. Large-scale manufacturing facilities in particular, which are energy-intensive consumers, have encouraged the rise of captive power generation. The cost of industrial electricity from national grids is rising, which has put pressure on manufacturing facilities to lower their profits.


Figure 1: Captive Power Generation Market, by end use, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)


Captive Power Generation Market, by end use


Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review


Captive Power Generation Regional Insights


By region, the study provides the market insights into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of the World. The Asia-Pacific Captive Power Generation Market dominated this market in 2022 (45.80%). A number of Asia-Pacific nations have shown a significant commitment to switching to renewable energy sources. In order to meet sustainability objectives and cut carbon emissions, captive power generation using renewable resources like solar and wind has grown in popularity. Moreover, China’s Captive Power Generation market held the largest market share, and the Indian Captive Power Generation market was the fastest growing market in the Asia-Pacific region.


Further, the major countries studied in the market report are The U.S., Canada, German, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, and Brazil.


Figure 2: Captive Power Generation Market Share By Region 2022 (USD Billion)


Captive Power Generation Market Share By Region


Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review


The North America Captive Power Generation Market accounts for the second-largest market share. The area has been at the forefront of developments in energy generation technology, including energy storage and renewable energy technologies. As a result, effective and affordable captive power production technologies have been created, further fueling the market's expansion. Further, the U.S. Captive Power Generation market held the largest market share, and the Canada Captive Power Generation market was the fastest growing market in the North America region.


Europe Captive Power Generation market is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR from 2023 to 2032. The adoption of cleaner and more sustainable energy solutions, such as captive power generation from renewable sources, was influenced by Europe's stringent environmental rules and emission reduction targets. Further, the German Captive Power Generation market held the largest market share, and the UK Captive Power Generation market was the fastest growing market in the European region


Captive Power Generation Key Market Players & Competitive Insights


Leading market players are investing heavily in research and development in order to expand their product lines, which will help the Captive Power Generation market, grow even more. Market participants are also undertaking a variety of strategic activities to expand their footprint, with important market developments including new product launches, contractual agreements, mergers and acquisitions, higher investments, and collaboration with other organizations. To expand and survive in a more competitive and rising market climate, Captive Power Generation industry must offer cost-effective items.


Manufacturing locally to minimize operational costs is one of the key business tactics used by manufacturers in the Captive Power Generation industry to benefit clients and increase the market sector. In recent years, the Captive Power Generation industry has offered some of the most significant advantages to medicine. Major players in the Captive Power Generation market, including Doosan Corporation, ArcelorMittal, Hindustan Zinc., General Electric, Reliance Industries, Jindal Steel & Power, Hindalco Industries, Essar Steel, Bharat Heavy Electricals, Clarke Energy, a Kohler Company, Thermax Limited, NALCO India, Siemens, Wartsila, and LafargeHolcim, and others, are attempting to increase market demand by investing in research and development operations.


Hindustan Zinc Ltd. (HZL), a branch of Vedanta Limited, is a mining and metals company. In addition to making sulfuric acid, it also manufactures zinc, lead, and silver. The company manages several mines, including those in Kayad, Rajpura Dariba, Zawar, and Sindesar Khurd. The Debari Zinc Smelter, the Dariba Smelting Complex, and the Chanderiya Lead Zinc Smelter Complex are a few of the smelters it operates in Rajasthan. The company oversees thermal captive power plants with a 561.19 MW capacity for power production in Rajasthan. The company also has the ability to generate 273.5 MW of wind energy and 349.19 MW of green energy. HZL's corporate headquarters are in Udaipur, Rajasthan, in India.


The business Jindal Steel & Power Ltd. (JSPL) develops, constructs, and operates power plants in addition to producing steel, sponge iron, pellets, and castings. Its steel product range consists of TMT bars, long track rails, heads hardened rails, parallel flange beams and columns, angles and channels, plates, coils, wire rods, cast round, and billets. The company generates electricity using thermal, hydroelectric, and renewable energy sources. Additionally, JSPL provides assistance with the growth of industry, aviation, and real estate. It conducts business throughout Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. The company has steel mills in Odisha, Chhattisgarh, and Jharkhand as well as power producing facilities in India. The JSPL corporate headquarters are in New Delhi, Delhi, India.


Key Companies in the Captive Power Generation market include



  • Doosan Corporation

  • ArcelorMittal

  • Hindustan Zinc.

  • General Electric

  • Reliance Industries

  • Jindal Steel & Power

  • Hindalco Industries

  • Essar Steel

  • Bharat Heavy Electricals

  • Clarke Energy

  • a Kohler Company

  • Thermax Limited

  • NALCO India

  • Siemens

  • Wartsila

  • LafargeHolcim


Captive Power Generation Industry Developments


Aug-2022:To cater to the captive needs of round-the-clock power and intermittent energy for Green Hydrogen, Reliance Industries plans on establishing 20 GW of solar energy generation capacity by 2025.


Captive Power Generation Market Segmentation:


Captive Power Generation Technology Outlook



  • Heat Exchangers

  • Turbines

  • Gas Engines

  • Transformers

  • Others


Captive Power Generation Fuel Outlook



  • Diesel

  • Gas

  • Coal

  • Others


Captive Power Generation Ownership Outlook



  • Single Ownership

  • Multiple Ownership


Captive Power Generation Connectivity Outlook



  • OffGrid

  • On-Grid


Captive Power Generation End Use Outlook



  • Industrial

  • Commercial

  • Residential


Captive Power Generation Regional Outlook



  • North America

    • US

    • Canada



  • Europe

    • Germany

    • France

    • UK

    • Italy

    • Spain

    • Rest of Europe



  • Asia-Pacific

    • China

    • Japan

    • India

    • Australia

    • South Korea

    • Australia

    • Rest of Asia-Pacific



  • Rest of the World

    • Middle East

    • Africa

    • Latin America



Report Scope:

Report Attribute/Metric Details
Market Size 2022 USD 505.8 Billion
Market Size 2023 USD 533.6 Billion
Market Size 2032 USD 818.9 Billion
Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) 5.50% (2023-2032)
Base Year 2022
Market Forecast Period 2023-2032
Historical Data 2018- 2022
Market Forecast Units Value (USD Billion)
Report Coverage Revenue Forecast, Market Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends
Segments Covered Technology, Fuel, Ownership, Connectivity, End Use, and Region
Geographies Covered North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the World
Countries Covered The U.S., Canada, German, France, UK, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, and Brazil
Key Companies Profiled Doosan Corporation, ArcelorMittal, Hindustan Zinc., General Electric, Reliance Industries, Jindal Steel & Power, Hindalco Industries, Essar Steel, Bharat Heavy Electricals, Clarke Energy, a Kohler Company, Thermax Limited, NALCO India, Siemens, Wartsila, and LafargeHolcim.
Key Market Opportunities New product launches and R&D Amongst major key Players.
Key Market Dynamics The Increasing energy intensive industries in developing countries.




Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The Captive Power Generation market size was valued at USD 505.8 Billion in 2022.

The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.50% during the forecast period, 2023-2032.

The key players in the market are Doosan Corporation, ArcelorMittal, Hindustan Zinc., General Electric, Reliance Industries, Jindal Steel & Power, Hindalco Industries, Essar Steel, Bharat Heavy Electricals, Clarke Energy, a Kohler Company, Thermax Limited, NALCO India, Siemens, Wartsila, and LafargeHolcim.

The Cole category dominated the market in 2022.

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