80% of the world’s population will reside in cities by 2030 accounting for more than 70% of carbon emissions. So, governments all around the world are considering reducing their usage of fossil fuels in this decade as they significantly increase air pollution. The use of solar energy in energy-saving techniques has become increasingly prevalent across all major sectors, including residences and industries. Globally, the percentage of electricity produced from solar energy in 2019 was 2.7%. According to projections made by the International Energy Agency, solar energy will produce more than 16% of global electrical power by 2050. Therefore, research is being conducted globally to integrate renewable energy sources, particularly solar energy, into building practices. Recent advancements in solar panel technology have received a great deal of attention in the building industry, particularly from 2020 to 2023. This review article has discussed more than 30 world-class research done throughout the last ten years in this area. This article discusses the diagnosis of solar panel faults using algorithms and provides a thorough description of the many types of solar panel faults. To demonstrate the adaptability of solar cells in buildings, this article also highlights their inclusion in civil constructions, particularly facades and envelopes. To attain a green future, several studies are being conducted globally to use this renewable energy in the construction industry.