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Does Ethiopia have a tariff exemption for bifacial solar cells?

Ethiopia has been granted a tariff exemption for bifacial solar cells under Section 201 of the US Trade Act 1974. TOYO CEO Junsei Ryu stated: “Establishing this manufacturing plant is a key step in our strategic vision to diversify our supply chain and enhance our sourcing capabilities for solar solutions in the global market.

Why did Ethiopia choose a solar project?

The project location is a strategic choice influenced by Ethiopia’s favourable investment policies, tariff exemptions and hydropower resources. The chosen site will undergo modifications to accommodate a modern, automated solar cell production line.

Where is Toyo building a 2GW solar cell plant?

Credit: DC Studio / Shutterstock. Japanese firm TOYO, a solar solutions company, has announced plans to build a 2GW solar cell manufacturing facility in Hawassa, Ethiopia. The facility will be built with an estimated investment of $60m, financed through internal resources and pre-payments.

Where does Ethiopia's electricity come from?

Approximately 90% of Ethiopia’s electricity generation comes from hydropower, with wind contributing 8% and thermal sources accounting for the remaining 2%.

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