Are TW solar panels available in Australia?

TW Solar panels available and approved for use in Australia are listed on the Clean Energy Council's approved solar module list under the company name of "Tongwei Co Ltd". Manufacturing a dizzying array of solar modules, the company's main product for the Australian home rooftop market are solar panels with half-cut, N-Type cells.

How many solar panels does TW solar have?

TW Solar’s last reported annual solar panel production capacity was 14GW and it was self-reported that this would grow to 80GW by the end of 2023. TW Solar currently has 131 solar panels approved by the Clean Energy Council in Australia under the name “Tongwei Solar (HEFEI) CO LTD”.

Who makes TW solar panels?

TW Solar panels are manufactured by China's Tongwei Solar. It's a huge company that produces what appear to be decent panels, priced more towards the budget end of the spectrum. What has stopped us adding Tongwei to the list of brands we recommend is the lack of an Australian office.

Does Tongwei solar have a presence in Australia?

As we said in 2019, Tongwei Solar had no presence in Australia and had not sought Clean Energy Council approval – not surprising since, at the time, it wasn’t focused on solar panels but was essentially a white label behind other panel manufacturers. As such it was, however, a heavyweight solar cell maker, producing 12GW a year.

How much do TW solar panels cost?

As of 2024, TW Solar panels cost around $1.09 to $1.13 per watt, which is competitive with other high-quality brands. When you factor in their high efficiency and long lifespan, TW Solar panels can provide a strong return on investment over time. It’s also worth noting that solar panel prices have been steadily declining over the years.

Who is TW solar?

The group commenced its solar operations in 2006 giving them almost 20 years of trading history as a solar panel manufacturer. TW Solar has 6 manufacturing sites in China located in Hefei, Shuangliu, Meishan, Jintang, Yancheng, Nantong and Tonghe.