Qcells Completes $2.5 Billion Expansion of Georgia Solar Manufacturing Facility

Solar panel manufacturer Qcells has completed the expansion of its Dalton factory in Georgia, making it the largest solar plant in the Western Hemisphere. The factory can now produce over 5.1 gigawatts of solar panels annually, adding 510 new jobs and employing a total of 1,800 people. Qcells is also building a second factory in Cartersville, which is expected to employ another 2,000 workers and have a fully integrated domestic supply chain. Once both plants are operational, Qcells will be able to produce 8.4 gigawatts of panels each year, contributing to Georgia's emergence as a major player in clean energy and electric vehicles. The expansion was made possible by federal tax credits and Georgia's economic development efforts.