What makes Suntech unique?

A unique thing about Suntech is it's the only major solar panel manufacturer founded by an Australian. Suntech Power got underway in 2001 and just 10 years later was the world's largest solar panel producer with 2.4 gigawatts of production capacity. But this situation didn't last.

Who is Suntech Solar?

Suntech is a solar manufacturer with over 20 years of “rollercoaster-like” history in the solar industry. Suntech was the biggest solar panel manufacturer in the early 2000s and played a leadership role in developing new manufacturing technologies to get to incredible scale.

Is Suntech Power a good solar panel company?

Suntech Power is a mid-sized Chinese solar panel producer. They've been in the business for over 20 years and have a good track record of reliability under Australian conditions. Because they have better than average resistance to hail and high winds, they make a good, low cost choice for those concerned about storm damage.

Is Suntech a Chinese company?

While Suntech is a Chinese company with production facilities in that country, it’s the only major solar panel manufacturer founded by an Australian. Suntech Power is a mid-sized Chinese solar panel producer. They've been in the business for over 20 years and have a good track record of reliability under Australian conditions.

Where are Suntech Solar panels used?

Suntech panels were used on the Ketura Sun field, the first commercial solar field in Israel. The field was developed by the Arava Power Company. In 2010, Suntech topped the solar panel shipment with 1.49 GW shipment volume, according to PVinsights.

Who owns Suntech?

These connections were enabled as founder and former CEO, Dr Shi obtained his doctorate degree of solar power technology at UNSW prior to founding Suntech. In 2014 Suntech was acquired by Shunfeng International Clean Energy Limited, a renewable energy investment and independent power company.