The latest project of solar module factory expansion

4 FAQs about The latest project of solar module factory expansion

How much will first solar invest in a new facility?

The company will invest approximately $330 million in the project. First Solar announced it will invest $330 million in a U.S. module manufacturing facility in Gaffney, South Carolina. The new facility will span over one million square feet and is designed for the production of First Solar's Series 7 thin-film solar modules.

Where is first solar based?

First Solar announced it will invest $330 million in a U.S. module manufacturing facility in Gaffney, South Carolina. The new facility will span over one million square feet and is designed for the production of First Solar's Series 7 thin-film solar modules. The plant is scheduled to commence commercial operations in the second half of 2026.

Will first solar increase its production capacity?

It is projected to increase First Solar's total U.S. annual production capacity to 17.7 gigawatts (GW), adding 3.7 GW of new capacity. The investment is part of a broader strategy to solidify First Solar's U.S. manufacturing base. The company currently operates facilities in Perrysburg and Lake Township, Ohio.

How will first solar expand?

This expansion will add an estimated 600 new jobs to the region. It is projected to increase First Solar's total U.S. annual production capacity to 17.7 gigawatts (GW), adding 3.7 GW of new capacity. The investment is part of a broader strategy to solidify First Solar's U.S. manufacturing base.

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