Silfab Solar signed a supply agreement with community solar developer Nexamp for panels made in the USA with cells produced at Silfab’s South Carolina plant, pv magazine USA reported on December 25, 2024.
The deal
- The first 125 megawatts are set to ship in late Q2 2025.
- The product is Silfab’s 580 XM+ DCB commercial panel.
- The South Carolina plant will first make 1 gigawatt of solar cells and 1.3 gigawatts of modules.
- Silfab also runs a module factory in Washington state and recently closed $100 million in new financing for the South Carolina cell plant.
“Our partnership provides Nexamp significant access to a superior U.S. solar product that enables them to further integrate domestic content into their project portfolios.”
Paolo Maccario, Silfab president and CEO
Why USA cells matter
Most USA module plants still assemble imported cells. Panels built with domestic cells count for much more toward the federal domestic content bonus credit, which is why developers like Nexamp are locking in supply early.
FAQ
What did Silfab and Nexamp agree to?
Silfab will supply Nexamp with commercial solar panels made in the USA using Silfab-made cells.
Where are the cells made?
At Silfab’s plant in South Carolina.
When do shipments start?
The first 125 megawatts are scheduled for late Q2 2025.
Source & credit
Source: pv magazine USA, December 25, 2024: “Silfab Solar, Nexamp Announce U.S.-Made Solar Supply Agreement” (Silfab Solar press release).