In this episode, Alex Zhu shares his journey in the solar industry, starting from his time at Suntech to founding ES Foundry, one of the few U.S.-based solar cell manufacturers. We dive into the technical aspects of solar cell production, from silicon wafers to screen printing silver, and discuss the challenges and opportunities of manufacturing solar cells in the United States. Learn about the importance of a stable industry policy, the intricacies of solar technology, and the future of solar manufacturing in America. Tune in to gain insights into the world of solar cells and discover how ES Foundry is empowering the solar industry in the U.S.

 

Topics discussed:

No wafer manufacturing in the USA

6 9s (99.9999% pure) silicon

Suntech

Suniva

Crystalline Silicon

Chemical etching

Texturing

PN Junction

Phosphorus Diffusion

Oxidation

Silicon Dioxide

Silicon Nitride

Screen Printing Silver

Bifacial solar cells

Aluminum Oxide

Monofacial solar cells

Semiconductor

PERC technology = Passive Emitter Rear Contact

Investment Tax Credit

45x = 4 cents a watt

ES = Empower Solar

SunPower

 

Reach out Alex Zhu here:

Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/alexzhu 

ES Foundry Website: www.esfoundrycorp.com 

 

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