Tag Archives: photovoltaic
First Solar Acquires European Thin Film Company
First Solar Inc. has acquired Evolar AB, a European thin film company. Officials say the purchase price is approximately $38 million paid at closing and up to an additional $42 million to be paid subject to certain technical milestones achieved … Continue reading
Visiting Finland for GPD 2023? Start in Helsinki to Learn About High-Rise Construction
If you plan to travel to Glass Performance Days (GPD), taking place June 13-16, 2023, in Tampere, Finland, and want to learn about the latest trends and technologies in high-rise construction, a seminar in Helsinki might interest you. The High … Continue reading
Vitro Enters Agreement with First Solar to Manufacture Glass for Solar Panels

Vitro Architectural Glass has entered into an agreement to manufacture glass for First Solar’s advanced thin-film photovoltaic (PV) solar panels. First Solar is a solar technology company and global provider of eco-efficient solar modules. To support the move, Vitro will … Continue reading
Grenzebach Reports Record Growth in 2022
Grenzebach Group reported what it calls better-than-expected growth in 2022. The Hamlar, Germany, -based company announced income orders grew 71% in 2022, planning exceeded expectations by 64% and growth continued in Asia, Europe and the U.S. CEO Steven Althaus states … Continue reading
Photovoltaic Manufacturing Company to Open New Facility in Alabama
First Solar says that it will invest $1.1 billion to establish a photovoltaic solar module manufacturing facility in Lawrence County, Ala. The facility will be the company’s fourth photovoltaic manufacturing facility in the U.S. The manufacturer of advanced thin-film photovoltaic … Continue reading