Albanese Government Injects $34.5 Million to Boost Solar Panel Manufacturing in South Australia

The government ramps up local solar production, while energy costs keep rising.

Solar panels are seen at solar farm on the northern outskirts of Canberra, Australia on June 15, 2022. AAP Image/Mick Tsikas

The federal government has announced $34.5 million in funding to expand solar panel manufacturing at a factory in South Australia.

The money will support Adelaide-based Tindo Solar, helping it lift production from 20 megawatts to 180 megawatts per year, enough to power around 35,000 homes.