Suniva Plans 350 Million Dollar Solar Factory in SC
Suniva will invest 350 million dollars in a South Carolina factory to boost solar cell production. The plant will create 550 jobs and should open in early 2027.
The solar manufacturer Suniva has announced a $350 million investment to establish a new solar cell production facility in Laurens County, South Carolina, with operations expected to commence in early 2027. This project represents a significant expansion of manufacturing capabilities within the United States, where the demand for domestic solar components is rapidly increasing. The new plant is projected to create more than 550 jobs and will produce the essential silicon-based cells required to convert sunlight into electricity.
Domestic demand for these components has been bolstered by federal policies that limit the ability of companies from China to qualify for clean energy tax credits. Matt Card, the president of Suniva, noted that the market's appetite for American-made cells has outpaced current supply levels.
