US solar module capacity surged 600% to supply domestic need, but still vulnerable to tariffs

Trade group SEIA's data shows US has capacity to manufacture 52GW of modules, up from only 7GW three years ago, but remains dependent on overseas sourcing for critical inputs

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Published 4 February 2025, 22:29Updated 4 February 2025, 23:03
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