# T1 Energy Expands U.S. Solar Manufacturing: What It Means for Homeowners
The U.S. solar industry continues evolving, and one of the latest developments is T1 Energy’s acquisition of Trina Solar’s U.S. manufacturing assets. This move is a sign of growing investment in domestic solar manufacturing and can have a big impact on homeowners considering solar panels for their homes.
## What T1 Energy’s Expansion Means for Home Solar
T1 Energy, formerly Freyr Battery, is working to become a leading player in both solar panels and battery storage production. The company has already started manufacturing at its 5 GW solar module facility in Wilmer, Texas, and is planning another 5 GW solar cell facility. This kind of large-scale production is important for homeowners looking to install a solar array for their home, as it can mean more domestic supply, improved technology, and potentially lower costs in the future.
Not only is T1 Energy increasing U.S. manufacturing capacity, but its investment in vertically integrated production may help solar companies source materials more efficiently. This could reduce dependency on foreign imports and create a more stable supply chain, which is great news for homeowners worried about long wait times or price fluctuations when purchasing solar panels for
Original Article: https://pv-magazine-usa.com/2025/02/20/freyr-battery-rebrands-as-ti-energy-relocates-to-austin/
