First Solar Scores 2 GW Order from Longroad Energy

• First Solar secures 2GW order from Longroad Energy for thin-film PV modules, increasing total purchase to near 8GW. Longroad Energy Co-Founder & COO shares values & vision for sustainable energy future and First Solar sets up fifth factory in Louisiana.

US-headquartered solar PV manufacturer, First Solar has secured an order worth 2GW for its thin-film photovoltaic (PV) modules from Longroad Energy, a US-based renewable energy developer. Longroad Energy has had a framework agreement for 3.7GW since 2017, and this new order will increase their total purchase of First Solar thin film modules to near 8GW. Michael Alvarez, Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of Longroad Energy, said “Longroad Energy and First Solar share a longstanding partnership that’s based on shared values and a common vision for a sustainable energy future.” Georges Antoun, Chief Commercial Officer at First Solar, added that “We are thrilled that Longroad Energy has decided to underpin its continued growth with First Solar’s technology.” First Solar is also setting up a fifth thin-film solar module factory at the Acadiana Regional Airport in Iberia Parish, Louisiana.

What is Longroad Energy's Partnership with First Solar?

• Longroad Energy and First Solar have had a partnership since 2017
• This new order will increase their total purchase of First Solar thin film modules to near 8GW
• The partnership is based on shared values and a common vision for a sustainable energy future
• First Solar is setting up a fifth thin-film solar module factory in Louisiana
• The partnership between the two companies will help Longroad Energy grow and expand their renewable energy development