Korea Based Shinsung Solar Energy to Supply SunEdison with High-Efficiency Solar Cells Through 2016
SunEdison (NYSE: SUNE), a leading solar technology developer and provider of solar energy services announced today that it has signed an agreement with Shinsung Solar Energy.
Under the terms of the three-year agreement SunEdison expects to purchase 660 MW (megawatts) of high efficiency solar cells manufactured by Shinsung with SunEdison solar wafers.
"As our global business grows, we are pleased to begin a relationship with Shinsung to help meet our demand," said David Ranhoff, President Solar Materials, SunEdison. "We've strategically selected partners in multiple geographies to ensure we are utilizing high performance, cost effective solar cells while complying with regional sourcing requirements. This agreement with Shinsung is another step forward in our ongoing efforts to strengthen our asset-light supply chain while delivering maximum performance and value to our customers."
"SunEdison is a leading developer of utility and commercial solar projects around the world," said Wan-Keun Lee, chairman and CEO of Shinsung. "We look forward to collaborating with SunEdison to meet their performance and cost requirements today and in the future."