Solaria has greatly expanded its PowerXT solar cell and module manufacturing line at its headquarters in Fremont, California. Solaria’s high-efficiency PowerXT modules are rated at 330 Wp.

“We’ve ramped up our U.S.-based manufacturing of Solaria’s new aesthetic, high efficiency PowerXT modules to meet the rapidly growing demand from discerning customers who appreciate the PowerXT’s advanced engineering, design and exceptional value proposition,” said Solaria CEO Suvi Sharma.  “We’re proud to be accelerating production of this advanced technology developed in Silicon Valley through new investments in plant equipment, technology and staffing.”

By the end of 2017, Solaria will have increased its U.S. manufacturing capacity of PowerXT solar cells and modules to more than 40 MW per year.

“It’s very exciting that Solaria’s increasing its U.S.-based manufacture of the most efficient and aesthetic modules on the market,” said Tom Wu, CEO of Invaleon Technologies Corporation.  “Solaria PowerXT modules enable property owners to overcome space constraints and maximize power generation per square foot, transforming their structures into on-site powerplants.  With their exceptional products and services, Solaria delivers the absolutely best value to installers and owners — an extremely aesthetic and highly efficient solar power system. PowerXT’s quality ensures peak performance and profitability forinstallers and customers focused on leveraging the myriad benefits of solar.”

“We’re very proud to be harnessing Silicon Valley ingenuity and innovation to accelerate the expansion of the U.S.’s clean energy economy – by deploying smart solutions to address environmental challenges and confront climate change,” noted Sharma.

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