Illuminate
ActiveOverview
Illuminate USA operates the largest single-site solar panel manufacturing facility in North America, located in Pataskala, Ohio. The company produces advanced bifacial solar panels for residential rooftop and utility-scale markets using cutting-edge assembly technology.123
History
Illuminate USA was founded in 2023 and established a 1.1 million-square-foot manufacturing facility in Pataskala, Ohio.3 The facility currently runs six production lines with two more planned by the end of 2024.3 At full capacity, it will produce over 9.2 million solar panels annually, equivalent to five gigawatts of power.3
Product Lines
| Product Line | Positioning | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Bifacial Solar Panels (Rooftop) | High-efficiency panels for residential installations | $0.50 - $1.00 per watt |
| Bifacial Solar Panels (Utility-scale) | Large-scale panels for commercial solar farms | $0.40 - $0.80 per watt |
Manufacturing
Solar panels are manufactured at a 1.1 million-square-foot facility in Pataskala, Ohio, described as the largest single-site in North America.13 Production uses advanced assembly technology across eight lines, with six operational.3 The facility emphasizes domestic supply chain expansion.1
Notable Products
- Bifacial Solar Panels - Advanced high-efficiency panels produced for rooftop and utility-scale applications.
Reputation
Illuminate USA is recognized as a leader in North American solar manufacturing due to its scale and advanced technology.123 Professionals note its contribution to U.S. renewable energy supply chains and job creation in Ohio.13 Limited long-term performance data exists given its recent founding in 2023.3
Sources (5)
- https://illuminateusa.com
- https://www.zoominfo.com/c/illuminate-usa/1326316297
- https://builtin.com/company/illuminate-usa
- https://www.datanyze.com/companies/illuminate-usa/1326316297
- https://www.dnb.com/business-directory/company-profiles.illuminate_technologies_llc.7407fe4abed2d7f84298d41739f47eb1.html