First Solar (NASDAQ:FSLR) (NASDAQ:FSLR) is a leading global provider of photovoltaic (PV) solar energy solutions, specializing in the design, development, manufacturing and sale of advanced thin-film solar modules. The company’s proprietary cadmium telluride (CdTe) technology offers a lower carbon footprint and competitive cost per watt compared to conventional silicon-based modules. In addition to module manufacturing, First Solar provides comprehensive project development, engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) services, as well as operations and maintenance (O&M) support to utility-scale solar power plant owners and operators.
Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Tempe, Arizona, First Solar has played a pioneering role in the solar industry’s evolution over more than two decades. The company’s initial public offering in 2006 fueled rapid expansion of its manufacturing footprint and research capabilities. Through ongoing investment in research and development, First Solar has continually improved module efficiency and durability, positioning its products as a benchmark for performance and reliability in challenging environmental conditions.
First Solar serves customers across North America, Europe, Latin America and the Asia-Pacific region, with module assembly facilities and project development offices strategically located to optimize supply chains and respond to regional market demands. Its global installed base spans diverse climates, from desert landscapes in the southwestern United States to sun-drenched fields in Australia and utility-scale arrays in emerging markets, underscoring the adaptability of CdTe technology to a wide range of project specifications and regulatory environments.
Under the leadership of Chief Executive Officer Mark Widmar and a seasoned management team, First Solar continues to pursue growth through technological innovation, operational excellence and strategic partnerships. The company remains focused on expanding its vertically integrated business model, enhancing module production capacity and advancing next-generation solar technologies. First Solar’s commitment to sustainability and cost-effective clean energy solutions positions it to capitalize on the accelerating global transition to renewable power.
