| Theoretical potential of solar energy reaching the area (EWh/y) | Technical potential of solar energy for applicable area (PWh/y) | 2013 PV generation technical potential (PWh/y) | 2020 PV generation technical potential (PWh/y) |
Central and South America | 28 | 28 | 35 | 48 |
Africa | 49 | 150 | 186 | 257 |
Middle East | 10 | 37 | 46 | 63 |
Asia (excl. Japan) | 30 | 54 | 67 | 93 |
Total | 117 | 269 | 333 | 461 |