Five predictions for the photovoltaic industry

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I. Films are moving away from use in power plants and entering specialized markets such as consumer goods, household items, and the aviation industry. (Predicted time: within 3 years) II. The photovoltaic industry will adopt the manufacturing model of the IT industry: the key manufacturers will be the battery producers, while silicon material suppliers will take a backseat. Silicon wafer and module manufacturers will evolve into specialized contract manufacturing firms, with contractors similar to Foxconn emerging; the \"Intel\" of the battery industry will arise among companies such as Sharp, Qcells, Sunpower, and China Electronics Corporation ； Estimated time frame (within 5 years): III. Photovoltaic power plant developers will separate from commercial module installers to become specialized service companies ； (Expected within 3 years) IV. Civilian photovoltaic modules and small accessories will be introduced on a large scale into traditional distribution channels such as electronics stores, home improvement stores, and supermarkets ； (Predicted time: within 2 years) V. The construction of photovoltaic power plants will be fully acquired by electricity companies and energy firms, which will manage them in a unified manner ； (Predicted time: within 3 years)