Major solar module manufacturers continue to make technological advancements, with several now offering modules that are equal to or exceed a power output of 600 watts (W). In June 2020, we highlighted the solar module manufacturers push towards offering high-efficiency solar modules that are equal to or exceed 500W capacity, with Risen Energy being the first to announce a 500W+ module in late 2019.
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Daqo New Energy and JA Solar have signed a long-term supply deal for high-purity polysilicon. The announcement is in line with the trend of manufacturers looking to lock in polysilicon supply. Under the deal, Daqo will supply JA Solar with around 78,200 MT of high-purity mono-grade polysilicon between July 2021 and December 2025. Actual volumes and prices will be negotiated every month based on market factors, with JA making an advance payment to Daqo.
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JA Solar has planned the development of a manufacturing hub in the Qidong Economic Development Zone in the Jiangsu Province, China. The hub will have a PV cell production capacity and module assembly of 20 GW each. The project is estimated to cost approximately $1.56 billion over its four-year construction period. Further, JA Solar signed the investment framework agreement for the new manufacturing hub with the People’s Government of Qidong City, Jiangsu Province.
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