Investments continue to grow “Made in USA” For the renewable energy sector; The latest capital put on the table comes from… Canadian Solar costs $800 million to build a 5-gigawatt production center in Jeffersonville, Indiana.
The factory is as expected by the company It is supposed to open its doors in 2025, creating at least 1,200 job opportunities and producing 20,000 solar units at full capacity. Per day.
Canadian Solar Energy noted The strategic importance covered by the factory of the futurewhose cells will be used in the new module assembly plant It was announced in Mesquite, Texas, in June.
Reach the investment amount in its entirety to $12.3 million through tax credits and workforce training grants Which Canadian Solar acquired through the Indiana Economic Development Corporation; These funds are conditional on the Canadian company’s compliance with investment and employment plans.
“Indiana’s strong advanced manufacturing sector positions the state to help lead the global energy transition by developing and operating new battery, solar and hydrogen solutions.”Eric Holcomb, Governor of the Federal State of Indiana, said.“Canadian Solar’s new U.S. headquarters in Jeffersonville will place our skilled workforce at the center of the solar market, making energy-efficient panels more accessible to consumers across the country.”.
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