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Global Leader in PV Energy Solutions

2017 FACTSHEET

17GW+SOLD WORLDWIDE

16.9%+PRODUCTION MODULE EFFICIENCY

99%+POWER PLANT FLEET SYSTEM AVAILABILITY ON 5GW+ MONITORED

~$14.5BFIRST SOLAR FACILITATED PROJECT FINANCING

$3.0B2016 REVENUE

~5,400EMPLOYEES WORLDWIDE

FACTS & FIGURES

First Solar is a leading global provider of comprehensive photovoltaic (PV) solar systems using advanced module and system technology. Through determined innovation, we have achieved a significant milestone by delivering solar energy that is an economically attractive alternative to fossil-fuel sourced electricity. From module sales through turnkey power plant development and operations and maintenance, First Solar is a reliable, world-class partner for clean, renewable energy generation.

High-Efficiency Technology with a Proven Energy AdvantageAs a field-proven technology, First Solar’s high-efficiency modules offer a clear energy yield advantage over silicon-based modules by delivering competitive efficiency, higher real-world energy yield and long-term reliability. Proven to deliver up to 7.5% more usable energy per nameplate watt than competing technologies, and a record of reliable plant performance, First Solar technology delivers more energy, more consistently, over the lifetime of the power plant.

Profitable Growth and StabilityWith over 17GW of modules sold today, First Solar has a demonstrated history of financial stability and manufacturing success. As a project partner, we bring extensive expertise into how today’s PV power plants are developed, financed, designed, constructed and operated to maximize profitability for our customers and strategic partners.

Global Leadership• LARGEST INVESTMENT GRADE RENEWABLE

BOND IN HISTORYTopaz Solar Farm | 550MW AC | California, USA

• RELIABLE BULK POWER GENERATION UTILIZING ADVANCED PLANT CONTROLS AND FORECASTINGAgua Caliente | 290MW AC | Arizona, USA

• DISPLACING THE ENERGY REQUIREMENTS OF A DESALINATION PLANTGreenough River | 10MW AC | Geraldton, Australia

• NEW BENCHMARK FOR SOLAR IN THE MIDDLE EAST DEWA | Phase One, 13MW AC | Phase Two, 200MW Powered by First Solar Modules Dubai, UAE

• GROWING SOLAR DEPLOYMENT IN INDIA 1GW Powered with First Solar Modules

• EXPANDING SOLAR IN THE U.S. MARKET 1GW of Modules Sold in Southeast U.S.

17GW+ SOLD WORLDWIDE

FIRST SOLAR CORPORATE FACTSHEET | 2017

History of Solar InnovationFirst Solar leads all PV manufacturers in R&D investment, maintaining a rate of innovation enabling efficiency gains three times faster than multi-crystalline silicon technology. We currently hold world records for thin film cell conversion efficiency (22.1%) and module conversion efficiency (18.6% aperture).

World-Class Recycling Solutions

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First Solar is committed to providing a commercially attractive recycling solution for PV power plant and module owners to help them meet their module end-of-life (EOL) obligation simply, cost-effectively and responsibly.

Our state-of-the-art recycling facilities are operational at all our manufacturing plants and achieve high recovery rates. Over 90% of the semiconductor material can be reused in new modules and 90% of the glass can be reused in new glass products. First Solar’s long-standing leadership in PV life-cycle management and recycling gives system owners confidence in knowing that their modules will be managed to sound and responsible global standards.

First Solar PV Module Recycling Technology

Lowest Environmental ImpactsFirst Solar technology generates clean electricity for 25+ years with no carbon emissions or air pollutants. Our innovative manufacturing processes have the smallest carbon footprint, lowest lifecycle water use, and the fastest energy payback time of any solar PV module offering on the market.

Our technologies lower the levelized cost of electricity (LCOE), increase energy yield, and provide stable and reliable grid integration. Our comprehensive PV energy solutions address the energy needs of today and result in reliable, sustainable and profitable solar solutions.

WORLD RECORD CELL EFFICIENCY

WORLD RECORD MODULE EFFICIENCY

22.1%

18.2%

First Solar’s modules result in reliable, sustainable and profitable solar solutions

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ENERGY YIELD ADVANTAGE

Energy Yield Advantage | First Solar vs. c-Si