ES Foundry to Showcase U.S.-Manufactured Solar Cells and Industry Leadership at RE+ 2026

Company is the first and only crystalline silicon solar cell manufacturer to ship more than 1 GW of U.S.-manufactured solar cells

GREENWOOD, S.C., Nov. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ES Foundry, a leading U.S. manufacturer of high-efficiency solar cells, today announced that it will showcase its American-made solar cells at RE+ 2026, November 16–19 in Las Vegas, while company executives join industry leaders to address the policies, technologies and market dynamics shaping the future of domestic solar manufacturing.

As one of the few U.S. solar cell manufacturers with a fully operational facility producing and shipping cells to customers today, ES Foundry is helping move American solar manufacturing from ambition to commercial reality. The company is the first and only crystalline silicon solar cell manufacturer to ship more than 1 gigawatt (GW) of domestically manufactured solar cells in the United States. With 3 GW of annual manufacturing capacity at its Greenwood, South Carolina, facility, the company is supplying U.S.-made solar cells to the market and bringing firsthand operational experience to some of the industry's most important discussions.

At RE+, attendees can visit ES Foundry at Booth C7434 to see its U.S.-manufactured high-efficiency monocrystalline bifacial PERC solar cells and meet with company representatives to discuss domestic sourcing, manufacturing capabilities and the evolving needs of the U.S. solar market.

Throughout 2026, company executives have shared their expertise on topics ranging from solar cell technology and domestic manufacturing economics to federal policy, supply chain resilience and the long-term competitiveness of American-made solar products.

"There's an important difference between talking about building a domestic solar supply chain and actually making it happen," said Alex Zhu, CEO of ES Foundry. "At ES Foundry, we're manufacturing at commercial scale, shipping cells to customers and navigating the realities of U.S. production every day. That experience gives us a unique perspective on what it will take to build a competitive, sustainable American solar industry. Success requires more than manufacturing capacity. It requires the right economics, technology investments, customer demand and policies to support long-term growth. We're proud to be delivering on the promise of American manufacturing today while helping shape the industry's future."

Bringing Manufacturing Expertise to RE+ 2026

In addition to showcasing its U.S.-manufactured solar cells on the exhibition floor, ES Foundry executives will participate in two conference sessions addressing critical issues facing the domestic solar industry:

• "Manufacturing America: Policies and Profits" — Ken Johnston, Vice President of Sales. On Monday, Nov. 16 - 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm, Johnston will join industry leaders to examine how federal policy and market economics are influencing domestic solar and storage manufacturing, including what is needed to support sustained growth and long-term competitiveness.
• "FEOC Compliance, Domestic Content and Developer Risk: A Manufacturer's View from Inside the Factory" — Alex Zhu, CEO. On Tuesday, Nov. 17 - 12 pm - 12:25 pm, Central Hall, Zhu will offer a manufacturer's perspective on evolving compliance requirements, domestic content considerations and the implications for solar developers, investors and project financing.

A Recognized Voice in American Solar Manufacturing

ES Foundry's leadership extends beyond the factory floor, with company executives increasingly sought out for their expertise on the critical issues shaping U.S. solar manufacturing. Throughout 2026, company leaders have contributed perspectives on domestic manufacturing economics, emerging solar cell technologies, federal policy, supply chain resilience and long-term industry competitiveness at leading forums including Infocast Solar + Wind Finance & Investment Summit, Wood Mackenzie's Solar & Energy Storage Summit, ACP CLEANPOWER, Solar Manufacturing USA and PV CellTech. These engagements reflect ES Foundry's growing role in helping shape the industry's future, informed by its firsthand experience manufacturing solar cells at commercial scale in the United States.

Advancing American Solar Manufacturing

ES Foundry's Greenwood facility produces high-efficiency monocrystalline bifacial PERC solar cells, providing a domestic source of supply for the U.S. solar market. As the first and only crystalline silicon solar cell manufacturer to surpass 1 GW in shipments in the United States, ES Foundry is demonstrating its ability to translate domestic manufacturing capacity into commercial production and delivery. The company's 3 GW annual manufacturing capacity, FEOC-compliant corporate status and ISO-certified operations underscore its commitment to quality, compliance and long-term manufacturing excellence.

Visit ES Foundry at RE+ 2026: Booth C7434, November 16–19, Las Vegas, Nevada.

About ES Foundry

ES Foundry is a U.S. solar cell manufacturer headquartered in Greenwood, South Carolina. With 3 GW of annual manufacturing capacity, the company produces high-efficiency monocrystalline bifacial PERC solar cells for the American solar market. As the first and only crystalline silicon solar cell manufacturer to surpass 1 GW in shipments in the United States, ES Foundry is demonstrating its ability to translate domestic manufacturing capacity into commercial production and delivery. As a FEOC-compliant corporation with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certifications, ES Foundry is committed to delivering reliable, high-quality domestically manufactured solar cells while supporting the growth of a resilient U.S. solar supply chain. Connect with ES Foundry on LinkedIn and Bluesky to receive ongoing news and insights.

PR Contact:

Leah Wilkinson
Wilkinson + Associates for ES Foundry
[email protected]
703-907-0010

SOURCE ES Foundry