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Hanwha Qcells to Achieve US Solar Dom. Production by Mid-2026

Hanwha Qcells' ambitious goal could transform US solar manufacturing. Key industry figures meet at PV CellTech USA 2025 to shape the sector's future.

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Hanwha Qcells to Achieve US Solar Dom. Production by Mid-2026

Hanwha Qcells is set to achieve domestic production of silicon ingots, wafers, cells, and modules by mid-2026, marking a significant milestone for the US solar manufacturing industry. This news comes amidst a wave of optimism, despite recent challenges, as industry leaders and decision-makers gather at the PV CellTech USA conference to shape the sector's future.

The PV CellTech USA 2025 event, slated for the San Francisco Bay Area, will delve into critical topics such as policy, trade, and manufacturing realities. Key industry figures like Danielle Merfeld, CTO of Hanwha Qcells, and Alex Zhu, CEO of ES Foundry, will share their insights. Merfeld anticipates domestic producers gaining a competitive edge due to policy shifts, while Zhu believes increased policy certainty will bolster the US manufacturing industry.

Meanwhile, MJ Shiao, vice president of supply chain and manufacturing at the American Clean Power Association, sees the US solar manufacturing sector at a crossroads due to policy impacts. Richard Rast, CEO of Highland Materials, is exploring innovative polysilicon production methods to further boost the industry's prospects.

As Hanwha Qcells targets domestic production by mid-2026, the US solar manufacturing industry braces for growth and innovation. With influential figures converging at PV CellTech USA 2025, the stage is set for crucial discussions that could reshape the sector's trajectory amidst evolving policy landscapes and technological advancements.

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