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First Solar Invests $330M in SC Factory, Creating 600 Jobs

11/19/2025

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First Solar will invest $330 million in a new South Carolina factory, creating 600 jobs by late 2026.
The company credits U.S. President Donald Trump and the One Big Beautiful Bill for the decision.
CEO Mark Widmar said the bill and trade policies increased demand for American energy technology.
First Solar has urged tariffs on imported solar components and limits on Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) tax credits for domestic manufacturers.

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First Solar will invest $330 million in a new South Carolina factory, creating 600 jobs by late 2026.
The company credits U.S. President Donald Trump and the One Big Beautiful Bill for the decision.
CEO Mark Widmar said the bill and trade policies increased demand for American energy technology.
First Solar has urged tariffs on imported solar components and limits on Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) tax credits for domestic manufacturers.