Research Methodology on Wind Power Market
Research Approach
The research approach adopted for the current study is an extensive market survey and in-depth analysis. Initially, the entire wind power market is segmented into 5 major categories and the study is conducted on a global level. Since quality data and information is very essential for the research study, primary, as well as secondary data, are collected and analyzed, with primary data collection carrying a major chunk of this responsibility. The primary data is mainly collected through interviews and surveys with industry experts, such as wind turbine manufacturers, component suppliers, engineering and construction firms, regulatory bodies, and other key stakeholders.
Secondary data, on the other hand, is sourced from annual reports of companies, company websites, newsletters, press releases, journals, etc. The research approach also involves an analysis of the current market trends, macro and micro-economic indicators, technology shifts, and regulatory changes in the wind power market by taking into account the key factors that are affecting the growth of the market.
Research Design:
The research design adopted for the present study consists of several methods, such as secondary research, interviews, and surveys. Initially, secondary research was conducted in order to identify the current trends in the wind power market, analyze the key drivers and challenges affecting the growth of the market, and understand the competitive landscape. This is followed by primary research conducted through in-depth interviews and surveys, involving key industry players and stakeholders to get an insight into their views and opinions on the wind power market.
Secondary Research:
This study incorporated a meticulous secondary research process to obtain data from various reliable sources. The sources used for compiling this report covered a vast range of sources, such as financial reports of companies, white papers, industry journals, company websites, and press releases. The secondary research also involves studying the existing market trends, macro and micro-economic indicators, technology shifts, and regulatory changes that can impact the global wind power market.
Primary Research:
The primary research involves conducting face-to-face interviews, telephonic interviews, and surveys with key industry personnel from various companies, wind turbine manufacturers, component suppliers, engineering and construction firms, regulatory bodies, and other key stakeholders. The method of contacting these individuals included email correspondence, personal visits, telephone calls, and social media interaction. The primary research included getting insights into the current market trends and competitive landscape of the wind power market.
Data Collection:
We have adopted a rigorous data collection approach for this study, incorporating both primary and secondary research methods. Primary data is collected through semi-structured interviews with experts in the field, surveys, and discussions with key personnel from the wind power industry. Secondary data is collected from industry reports, journals, statistical databases, newsletters, and press releases. The data collected has been verified with its sources and edited, after which it has been organized into meaningful categories for ease of analysis.
Data Analysis:
The primary and secondary data collected are analyzed using both quantitative and qualitative tools. The quantitative tools employed include a measure of central tendency, statistical analysis, and regression analysis to identify the trends in the wind power market. The qualitative tools employed include Porter’s Five Forces Analysis, SWOT Analysis, and PEST Analysis to assess the competitive scenario and market dynamics.