Chinese module manufacturers using domestic extruders to save on EVA cost

In recent conversations with Chinese module manufacturers, we learned that some are sourcing ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) encapsulant sheets for as little as $2.50/m2, about $0.30/m2 cheaper than inexpensive sheets being sold in Europe. While the exact details of EVA contracts for very large manufac...

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