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Webinar: Solar Opportunities in China

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Recorded Webinar on Export Opportunities to China for U.S. Photovoltaic Equipment and Materials Suppliers  

This webinar took place on March 3, 2009.

View a recording of the program, download speaker powerpoints, receive a transcript, and an exclusive market brief provided by supporting organization Semiconductor and Equipment Materials International (SEMI). 

Register below, or contact Kellie.Holloway@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov for more information.

Overview

  • China manufactured over 28% of world’s solar cell production in 2007
  • Chinese companies import most equipment and materials from overseas creating huge opportunities for U.S. suppliers
  • China produced approximately 5,000 metric tons of solar grade silicon materials in 2008, and is expected to manufacture over 20,000 metric tons in 2009
  • Solar manufacturing is a hot sector in China for investment, and is a key focus for the semiconductor industry since the technology is similar

Topics & Presenters

Welcome Remarks
Francis Peters, Commercial Officer and Lisa Tang, Commercial Specialist
US Commercial Service, US Consulate, Shanghai  SEMI Logo

Overview of the Photovoltaic Industry in China
Mark Ding, President, SEMI China

Opportunities and Challenges for U.S. Exporters -- From a Material Supplier Perspective
U.S. Solar Equipment Supplier in China:
Andy Tuan, General Manager, Air Products and Chemicals China

Trends and Opportunities for the Photovoltaic Industry in China
Chinese Solar Cell Manufacturer:
Johnson Chiang, Chief Operating Officer, Suntech Power

Question & Answer Session

Registration & Information

Register Now ($25):  Click here
You will receive access information via email following registration/payment.

With your Registration Receive

  • Recorded program and Q&A dialog with leading experts in the solar industry
  • Program transcript and presenter powerpoints
  • Exclusive China photovoltaic industry market report compliments of SEMI

Should you have further questions, contact Kellie Holloway at 503-326-3002; kellie.holloway@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov .

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Supporting Organizations

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Semi.org      

U.S. Commercial Service

Global Renewable Energy Team

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