Thornova Solar starts solar module production in Indonesia

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California-headquartered Thornova Solar has started production of solar modules at a factory on the Indonesian island of Batam.

Thornova Solar's 2.5 GW production lines will supply the US market with modules ranging from 400 W to 720 W, using passivated emitter and rear cell (PERC) and n-type technology. The company said it made the decision to manufacture in Indonesia due to shifting US regulations.

“The US is the most important market for Thornova Solar,” a spokesperson from the company said. “Therefore, ensuring proper production capacity in accordance with the local regulations is mandatory to meet the increasing demand for our modules in this market.”

The company said that by mid-2025, US customers will be able to choose n-type modules sourced from Indonesia or the United States, offering diverse supply chain options.

“Early in 2026, we will be able to provide 100% US-made modules – fully meeting the domestic content requirements,” it added.

Thornova Solar united with its sister brand, Sunova Solar, earlier this year. In October, it announced a new partnership with Upsolar to provide customized solar solutions to the Balkan countries, Cyprus, Greece and Romania.

*The article was amended on November 25 to reflect that the factory produces only solar modules, and not cells and modules, as we previously reported.

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