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By enabling clean, renewable electricity at lower costs, First Solar is providing a sustainable alternative to conventional energy sources.

First Solar is a NASDAQ listed company focused on the Solar industry.  By enabling clean, renewable electricity at lower costs, First Solar is providing a sustainable alternative to conventional energy sources.  This goal has driven First Solar to become one of the fastest growing manufacturers of solar modules in the world. First Solar FS Series 2 PV Modules represent the latest advancements in solar module technology, and are rapidly driving the cost of solar electricity to rates comparable with traditional fossil fuel-based energy sources.  

Company Facts & Figures

  • First Solar was formed in 1999 and launched production of commercial products in 2002
  • First Solar has achieved the lowest manufacturing cost per watt in the industry, $.98/watt for the fourth quarter of 2008, breaking the $1 per watt price barrier
  • First Solar is the largest manufacturer of thin film solar modules, having expanded manufacturing capacity to an expected 735 MW in 2008; and with additional plants under construction, First Solar will bring total expected capacity to more than 1 GW by the end of 2009 (see chart on right)
  • First Solar developed the first pre-funded module collection and recycling program in the PV industry
  • First Solar’s IPO took place on November 17, 2006; Common stock is traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market under the symbol FSLR

To learn more about First Solar and the First Solar FS Series 2 PV Modules, download the First Solar company overview brochure.