Based on recent Tesla job postings, the company is aiming to establish a 100 GW per year solar panel manufacturing capacity within the United States by the close of 2028, suggesting, by implication, the opening of a new facility.
Just a few days prior, Elon Musk commented during the Q4 earnings conference: “The potential of solar energy is currently underestimated. The optimal solution for powering AI data centers involves terrestrial solar and battery systems, alongside space-based solar. This directly motivates our pursuit of achieving a 100 GW annual output for solar modules, encompassing the entire supply chain—from raw materials right through to finished panels.”
A 100 GW solar capacity has the potential to supply power to approximately 20 million homes.
Grok Image
Job Description: “Tesla is seeking a Process Engineer to select and develop novel machinery and processes for the high-volume manufacturing of energy products. Your role will involve playing a key part in deploying 100 GW of solar energy production capabilities using domestic raw materials in the USA before the end of 2028. You will be responsible for making critical engineering decisions regarding the next generation of manufacturing equipment and factory layout design for Tesla’s energy products.”
He had previously asserted that a surface area measuring 160 by 160 kilometers would suffice to power the entirety of the United States.
About the Author
