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CleanTechnicaabout 2 months ago

US Solar Cell Manufacturer Rises From The Dead, Again

Key Takeaway

Suniva's substantial capacity expansion signals a significant increase in domestic solar cell availability, offering developers and large power consumers more stable and potentially cost-effective supply options for US-based solar projects.

AI Summary

  • US solar cell manufacturer Suniva is reactivating and planning a significant capacity expansion.
  • Annual production capacity is slated to increase from 1 GW to 5.5 GW, a 450% boost.
  • This expansion will substantially increase domestic solar cell supply, potentially stabilizing supply chains and reducing import reliance for US solar projects.
  • The resurgence likely reflects the impact of US industrial policy and incentives, such as the IRA, supporting domestic clean energy manufacturing.

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The US solar cell manufacturer Suniva is back in action with plans to bump its capacity up from 1 gigawatt annually to 5.5 gigawatts. The post US Solar Cell Manufacturer Rises From The Dead, Again appeared first on CleanTechnica .