SpectraWatt set to open new solar cell factory in New York

8 April 2009

SpectraWatt, a silicon photovoltaic solar cell manufacturer, is set to launch its first factory and new headquarters at the Hudson Valley Research Park in New York.

Andrew Wilson, CEO of SpectraWatt, said, ‘Between the skilled work force, outstanding support from the Empire State Development Corporation and the valuable programmes offered by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, the decision to locate in New York was very easy for us. We look forward to building a successful future from our new home in the Empire State.”

The company is now in the process of moving from its previous location in Oregon and hopes to have its new facility up and running by early 2010. The production line will have an initial manufacturing capacity of 60MW with additional lines planned to take the output to 120MW.

New York Governor David Patterson added, ‘SpectraWatt’s decision to bring their headquarters and R&D operations to Dutchess County is an enormous win for the State of New York and is a testament to the State’s ability to attract emerging and fast-growing industries. Following in the footsteps of world-class technology companies to locate their R&D facilities in New York State, SpectraWatt’s investment further solidifies New York as a prominent leader in green technology and is a vital component to securing our State’s future economic stability.’

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Tags: photovoltaic, solar

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