A Risen Energy started the 15 GW operation of the Hyper-ion heterojunction (HJT) line in Nanbin, China. The moment was celebrated in a ceremony attended by company executives and government officials who, together, witnessed the milestone that will contribute to reinforcing the plan to increase production capacity from the Hyper-ion series.
The announcement came as Risen pledged to focus on research and development of N-type HJT modules as part of its mission and strategy to catalyze innovation for high-power, high-efficiency solar panels.
Earlier this year, for example, the company revealed plans to increase the production capacity of its N-type HJT Hyper-ion series to 15 GW by the end of 2023.
According to the manufacturer, these products are equipped with a wide range of state-of-the-art features. Efficiency is achieved through the use of low-temperature double-sided passivated contacts and double-sided microcrystalline technology. Furthermore, the adoption of folders with lower silver content and a metal alloy structure design ensures reliability and further reduces costs.
With a maximum power of 741,456 Wp and an efficiency of over 23,89%, Risen Energy's Hyper-ion HJT modules offer a stable temperature coefficient, capable of maintaining power above 90% even after 30 years of use. The carbon footprint value of the panels is less than 400 kg eq CO2/kWc.
Risen manufacturing base
Located in the south of Ningbo, with a total investment of RMB 15,2 billion, Nanbin manufacturing base covers an area of 1.448 mu (238 acres).
According to the company, this is a project that is driving Ningbo's new energy ambition to establish a hundred-billion-scale industrial ecosystem, specializing in R&D and production of photovoltaic solar cells, glasses, modules and energy storage systems.
Ninghai, a county under Ningbo administration, has launched itself as a solar energy hub. Ninghai saw the combined industrial output of the photovoltaic and energy storage sectors reach RMB 6,65 billion in the first quarter of 2023 alone, an increase of 78,8% over the same period last year.
“Risen Energy’s leadership in photovoltaic R&D and manufacturing has greatly contributed to the industry’s growth, and the opening of the company’s factory in Nanbin is key to further expanding Ninghai’s renewable energy landscape,” said Ge Renyuan, deputy -Mayor of Ninghai County.
“We commit to fostering a business-friendly environment by creating a space where new energy companies can explore innovation and drive transformative change that helps China and other countries accelerate the energy transition while raising people’s living standards,” he added.
Wu Xuegang, Chairman and Member of the Executive Board of Risen Energy, commented that the official operation of the Nanbin manufacturing base not only gives Risen Energy another competitive advantage, but also has key importance in nurturing Ninghai's resources for manufacturing development smart.
“Moving forward, Risen remains steadfast in its mission to deliver a paradigm shift in the solar energy sector with technological advancements, enabling the global economy to build a green and sustainable future for all,” he highlighted.
“We will focus on increasing the production of high-efficiency modules as we continue to strengthen the solar value chain in Nanhai to achieve greater industry synergy, helping the region establish itself as a photovoltaic and energy storage powerhouse,” concluded Xuegang.
