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Canadian Solar Announces 5 GW Solar PV Wafer Facility in Thailand

Initially, the solar wafers manufactured at the facility will be utilized at the existing Thailand TOPCon cell manufacturing plant in the same vicinity.

November 10, 2023. By News Bureau

Canadian Solar Inc. has unveiled plans to establish a cutting-edge 5 GW solar photovoltaic (PV) wafer production facility in Chonburi, Thailand. The initiative marks a significant step in expanding Canadian Solar's global manufacturing capabilities.

The state-of-the-art N-type wafer manufacturing plant, expected to commence operations in March 2024, is set to play a crucial role in Canadian Solar's supply chain strategy.

Initially, the solar wafers manufactured at the facility will be utilized at the existing Thailand TOPCon cell manufacturing plant in the same vicinity.

By 2025, the wafers produced in Thailand will find a vital role as inputs for the previously announced 5 GW United States (U.S). cell factory in Jeffersonville, Indiana, once it achieves full operational status.

Highlighting the significance of this new facility, Thomas Koerner, Senior Vice President of Canadian Solar, emphasized, "Establishing this solar wafer factory in Thailand is a key milestone that will enable us to better serve our U.S. customers with a more diversified and resilient supply chain, complementing our recently announced investments in the U.S. in solar cell and solar module manufacturing. Importantly, it will also allow us to responsibly meet the new requirements related to the latest and adjusted AD/CVD ruling by the U.S. Department of Commerce."

This strategic move enhances Canadian Solar's ability to meet the growing demand for solar energy components in the U.S. market.

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