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flag Australia opens a $171M solar plant in 2027, boosting local production and jobs.

flag A $171 million solar module plant, the Hunter Valley Solar Foundry, will open near Maitland, Australia, creating 100 full-time and up to 200 construction jobs. flag Backed by $151 million from ARENA and $20 million from NSW, it’s part of the $1 billion Solar Sunshot program. flag The 500-megawatt facility, developed by the Chinese Sunman Group, will produce lightweight, curved-surface-ready solar modules using local materials and Australian innovation. flag Construction starts mid-2026, with production beginning late 2027. flag It will be Australia’s largest solar PV manufacturer and the only one in NSW, boosting domestic supply chains, reducing import reliance, and supporting regional jobs through training and First Nations recruitment.

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