A solar water pump is an entire water pumping system powered by solar energy through the use of solar photovoltaic panels. It does not use any fossil fuels or external electricity to run the pump.

A solar water pump system is commonly seen in residential and commercial uses, as well as for irrigation of agricultural land. Through solar panels, the pump can eliminate the cost of energy and provide a more feasible option that uses energy from the sun (and not fuel-burning mechanisms) for pumping water.