Photovoltaic glass companies continue to expand production

With PV module capacity ramping up, glass suppliers have been investing in new solar glass production capacity. As in India and China, new facilities are popping up in North America, with unique twists to ensure competitiveness, such as using recycled material. Onyx Solar is a global leader in manufacturing photovoltaic (PV) glass, turning buildings into energy-efficient structures.Our innovative glass serves as a durable architectural element while harnessing sunlight for clean …

Why are solar glass suppliers investing in new production capacity?

As PV module capacity increases, glass suppliers are investing in new solar glass production capacity. New facilities are popping up in North America, with unique features to ensure competitiveness, such as using recycled material.

What is the expected growth in solar glass business?

The company said in a statement that it expected significant growth in solar glass business due to the “nearshoring” effect in the United States. In October 2023, it announced an expansion of its contract with First Solar and a plan to invest in a plant in Pennsylvania, as well as in adapting existing PV glass facilities.

Does Vitro Architectural Glass supply First Solar?

Vitro Architectural Glass is supplying First Solar with additional US capacity. In October 2023, it announced an expansion of its contract with First Solar and a plan to invest in a plant in Pennsylvania, as well as in adapting existing PV glass facilities.

What is the demand for solar glass?

Andries Wantenaar, from market intelligence company Rethink Technology Research, said that "demand for solar glass is looking robust." “We’re excited about the potential for domestic solar manufacturing growth to provide jobs and R&D development in the US,” Solarcycle Chief Operating Officer (COO) Rob Vinje told pv magazine.

Will solar pattern glass reach 100 GW by 2030?

Anshul Vishal, head of corporate development at CPS, estimates that demand for solar pattern glass in North America will reach nearly 100 GW by 2030. This growth is driven by the reshoring of the solar panel manufacturing supply chain in the US.

Will a 'nearshoring effect' affect solar glass business?

AGC Glass Europe announced in October 2023 that it expects significant growth in solar glass business due to the 'nearshoring' effect in the United States. This growth is attributed to its expansion of contracts with First Solar and plans to invest in a plant in Pennsylvania, as well as adapt existing PV glass facilities.

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