Solar power generation glass factory

What is a glass-integrated solar cell?

AGC manufactures glass-integrated solar cells that can also be used as glass building materials. In this issue, we take a closer look at how "power generation with glass" works. Question 1 What are "glass-integrated solar cells"？ Glass-integrated solar cells are glass that can generate solar power in addition to basic glass functions.

When will Photovoltaic Glass be made?

Officially commenced production in June 2020. By the end of June 2024, the daily melting capacity of photovoltaic glass is 2,000T/D. Officially commenced production in 2016. By the end of June 2024, the daily melting capacity of photovoltaic glass is 3,100T/D.

Why is a pattern glass production facility being built in China?

19.07.2021 - Environmental protection: With support of Grenzebach, pattern glass production facilities, specially to manufacture solar panels, are being built in China. China shares the worldwide goal to protect the environment, reduce CO2 emissions, and focus on renewable energies.

How will China respond to a growing demand for solar glass?

To do this, China is rapidly ramping up wind and solar farms, among other things. From 2021 to 2030, the government plans to add 80 to 160 gigawatts of solar capacity annually. This implies a sharp increase in demand for solar glass, and the glass manufacturer will have to respond to it.