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Like the ancient Egyptians who worshiped Ra, First Solar looks to the sun for rising fortunes. The company develops and makes photovoltaic (PV) modules for converting sunlight into electricity. Using a thin-film semiconductor process, a piece of glass is transformed into a complete solar module in less than three hours. The technology is cheaper to make, and can produce more electricity under real-world conditions than conventional silicon solar panels with similar power ratings. Founded in Ohio, First Solar finds a hospitable public-policy environment abroad for manufacturing, marketing, and distribution operations. Most of its module sales are to solar project developers and system integrators in Germany.
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350 W. Washington St., Ste. 600
Tempe, AZ 85281-1244
| | Phone: | 602-414-9300 | | Fax: | 602-414-9400 |
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| Financial
Highlights | | Fiscal Year End: | December | | Revenue (2008): | 1246.30 M | | Revenue Growth (1 yr): | 147.30% | | Employees (2008): | 3,524 | | Employee Growth (1 yr): | 141.00% |
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Key People
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Chairman:
Michael J. Ahearn
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CEO and Director:
Robert J. (Rob) Gillette
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President and Director:
Bruce Sohn
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