Solyndra manufactures cylindrical panels of CIGS thin-film solar cells.
Solyndra is a manufacturer of cylindrical panels of CIGS thin-film solar cells based in Fremont, California.Solyndra designs and manufactures photovoltaic systems, comprised of panels and mounting hardware, for the commercial rooftop market. Solyndra employs high volume manufacturing based on proven technologies and processes to meet the needs of the global solar market. Using proprietary cylindrical modules and thin-film technology, Solyndra systems are designed to provide the lowest installed cost per system and the highest solar electrical energy output for typical low slope commercial rooftops. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Fremont, California, Solyndra operates a state-of-the-art 300,000 square foot fully-automated manufacturing complex.
Announced Date | Round | Money Raised | Number of Investors | Lead Investors | Post Valuation | |
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Jun 18, 2010 | Private Equity(PE) | $175M | 1 | — | — | Detail |
Mar 20, 2009 | Debt Financing | $535M | 1 | US Department of Energy | — | Detail |
Dec 1, 2008 | Series E | $220M | 1 | — | — | Detail |
Jan 1, 2006 | Series B | $79.20M | 1 | — | — | Detail |
Investor Name | Lead Investor | Funding Round |
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US Department of Energy | Yes | Debt Financing |
Redpoint | — | Private Equity(PE) |