50 years of innovations

in solar technology

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 Why Sharp?

* Portions indicated by yellow lines and rooftop

solar cell panels are an artist’s impression of the
completed appearance.

World-leading environmentally advanced factories

We aim to achieve large-scale solar power generation systems by using available space such as the roofs of buildings within the site. The
electricity produced will provide a portion of the power used by the factiories.

It’s been nearly half-century since Sharp’s first reliable solar-power solution was
first used in a lighthouse. Since then, Sharp has made countless innovations and
has grown to a global leader in solar, offering a portfolio of proven solar solutions
including monocrystalline, polycrystalline and amorphous silicon.

When you choose Sharp, From the world’s first solar-powered calculator to solar-powered residential,

you get 50 years of commercial and government applications, Sharp powers more homes, businesses
and government entities than any other solar manufacturer in the world. And what’s
proven reliability and more, Sharp is one of the only PV manufacturers that’s been in business longer than
outstanding innovations. anyone else.

Advanced thin-film technology.

Currently our tandem-type thin-film solar cell panel in which a layer of amorphous silicon
and micro crystal silicon are applied to a glass substrate has achieved an impressive
9.5% module conversion efficiency. To further boost conversion efficiency, we are
developing a triple-type junction with three silicon layers. At
our new plant, we are vigorously striving for improved
conversion efficiency of our solar panels.
Sakai Solar Power Station

Our Vision

Sharp, a world leading solar company has been developing sun-fueled energy
solutions for half a century - and delivering them to people all over the planet.

Contributing to society through our solar business.

Half a century ago, in 1959, Sharp began developing solar cells. As a manufacturer of products that consume electricity,
we’ve always felt it’s our responsibility to create electricity as well. No other companies were thinking like that 50 years ago.
We were one of the first to realize the potential of solar energy and have continued to develop it ever since. From lighthouses
to space satellites to mega solar power plants, Sharp has been providing reliable solar solutions in an effort to free the world
from carbon dependency.
 Where have we
been over the 1966 PV panels power Ogami

past 50 years? Lighthouse, Japan

1972 National Space

Development Agency of
Japan, NASDA (now
JAXA) authorised
Sharp’s solar cell for use
in space
Innovations

1970 Launches production

of solar cells for use
in space

Powering Japan’s space prgramme

1963 The world’s first
For space application, light weight and high conversion rate buoy supplied
are the most desired properties for solar cells. The lighter and with solar cells.
Yokohama Bay,
higher the efficiency of the cell, the more space the satellite Japan
will have for other important equipment. Development
started and production of solar cells for space began in
1970. By 1976 the working satellite “Ume” was launched
1959 Begins
with Sharp’s solar cells on board. development of
solar cell

Sharp continues to make progress with leading-edge 1970

development projects as a designated supplier for the only
outer-space development facility in Japan (JAXA), and had
installed solar cells on 160 satellites as of December 2010. 1967 Develops solar cells
for use in space

1960

1963 Launches mass

production of
solar cells

1912 Sharp begins operation

1961 Develops first transistor radio.

The first consumer product to
use solar cell.
 2010
Tokai University’s solar car
equipped with Sharp solar
cells wins second consecutive
victory in the Republic of
South Africa
2010
Next-generation solar plant in
Sakai City comes online

2007 Katsuragi pant expands production

capability of thin-film solar cells to
2000 Becomes the world’s 160MW per year
leader in annual solar
cell production

2010

1976 First calculator with solar 1988 Cell conversion efficiency

for amorphous silicon solar
cell batteries released.
cells reaches 11.5%

2000
1980 Begins R&D of
thin-film solar cell
technologies

1990 2001 Commercialization of

a residential hip roof
accommodating
system

1980 1992 Cell conversion

efficiency of 17.1%, 2003 Space photovoltaic
the world’s highest for module installed on
polycrystalline solar Satellite Observatory
cells, is achieved. "Free Flyer" (SFU)

1981 Operations began at the

Katsuragi Plant. 1992 The world's highest cell
conversion efficiency of
2005 Launches mass production
of thin-film tandem solar
22% for single-crystal
cells (amorphous silicon and
type solar cells capable
microcrystalline silicon)
of mass production is
achieved

2007 Attains the world’s first

2GW of accumulative solar
cell production

1976 The first Japanese operational Ionosphere Sounding

Satellite "Ume" had 4,940 Sharp's photovoltaic
modules on board for power supply.

2009
Tokai University wins 2009
Global Green Challenge in
solar car equipped with
Sharp solar cells.

A heritage of more than 50 years of solar innovation.

 What are our solutions?

Monocrystalline cells
Monocrystalline cells produce a sustained,
reliable yield even under demanding
conditions. Suitable for installation in grid-
connected systems.

Inverter unit

Perfectly matched to Sharp modules and

mounting hardware, it is also compatible
with many other manufacturers’ systems,
and is ideal for both residential and
commercial applications. Available in 14,
100 & 250kW

Grid-connected A Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) system is connected to the local

photovoltaic power utility electricity grid. Excess electricity generated during the day is fed to
the grid which services the local load. Conversely, when more electricity is
generation system needed, electricity is drawn from the grid.

DC Sell

AC
Buy
Inverter

Utility grid
Photovoltaic
module array
 See-through
Polycrystalline cells thin-film modules
Easily mass produced, polycrystalline cells These modules
can be provided at an economical cost. do not block the
view outside and
moderately shade
strong light and
heat of sunshine,
thereby reducing the use of electricity
for air conditioning. These thin-film,
see-through photovoltaic modules
are low-cost, next-generation silicon
photovoltaic modules

Thin-film modules

Microamorphous tandem structure

provides effective utilisation of solar
energy. Modules offer optimal system
integration and are suitable for installation
in on-grid and off-grid systems.

Monitoring systems
Sharp Solar systems
are designed for
easy installation and
unmatched ease
of use. Our attractive
solar power monitor
has finger-touch controls with clear, easy-
to-read messages and graphic readouts.
Sharp’s fully-integrated systems assure
component compatibility and efficiency.

Innovations

Sharp’s new thin-film technology

Sharp’s thin-film silicon solar cells use only 1/100 the amount of silicon
but has a wider light absorption range. Our current thin-film technology
has been proven to have a higher yield compared to crystalline cells.

Our thin-film panels have a high infra-red absorbency rate is specially

designed for tropical hot weather and is known to perform extremely
well in cloudy conditions.
Solar Power Plants

Tenerife Island Mega Solar Power Plant

Canary Islands, Spain

Technology: Crystalline modules Capacity: 12.6MW

Installation: Power plant

Power Plant
Osaka, Japan

Technology: Thin film Capacity: 10MW

Installation: Power plant

Bavaria Solar Power Plant

Germany

Technology: Crystalline modules Capacity: 10.1MW

Installation: Power plant

Power Plant
California, USA

Technology: Thin film Capacity: 6.3MW

Installation: Power plant

Solar Power Plant

Sonnen, Germany

Technology: Crystalline modules Capacity: 1.7MW

Installation: Power plant

World Bank Project

Mindanao, Philippines

Technology: Crystalline modules Capacity: 1MW

Installation: Power plant
 Solar Projects

Solar Power Inverter

Tokyo International Airport

Tokyo, Japan
Technology: Thin film Capacity: Total 2MW
Installation: Roof top (250kW x 8 units)

L&T
Chennai, India
Technology: Thin film Capacity: 120kW × 3 Units,
Installation: Roof top 14kW × 7 Unit

Ballarat Solar City

Australia
Technology: Crystalline modules Capacity: 333kW
Installation: Free Field

KANSAI Electric
Osaka, Japan
Technology: Thin film Capacity: Total 10MW
Installation: Free Field (250kW x 40 units)

Rengo Factory
Fukushima, Japan
Technology: Thin film Capacity: Total 1500kW
Installation: Free Field (250kW × 6 Units;
100kW × 1 Units)

NEDO Project Wakkanai site

Hokkaido, Japan
Technology: Thin film Capacity: Total 900kW
Installation: Free Field (250kW × 2 Units;
100kW × 4 Units)
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KL Sentral
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Technology: Thin film Capacity: 164kW

Installation: Roof top
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Lion Eco Complex

Pasir Gudang, Johor, Malaysia

Technology: Crystalline modules Capacity: 46.2kW

Installation: Roof top

Green Technology Office

Bangi, Malaysia

Technology: Crystalline modules Capacity: 27 kW

Installation: Roof top

Auto Distribution Centre

Germany

Technology: Crystalline modules Capacity: 3.2MW

Installation: Roof top

Oakland International Airport

United States

Technology: Crystalline modules Capacity: 904kW

Installation: Roof top

HSBC Building
London, England

Technology: Crystalline modules Capacity: 100kW

Installation: Roof top
 Solar Projects

Hybrids

Tribrid System
Perhentian Island, Malaysia

Technology: Crystalline modules Capacity: 100kW (for PV only)

Installation: Micro grid

Rural Power Supply

Sinulihan Village, Sabah, Malaysia

Technology: Crystalline modules Capacity: Total 510kW for 10 sites

Installation: Ground mounted

Rural Power Supply

Pulau Banggi, Sabah, Malaysia

Technology: Crystalline modules Capacity: 200kW

Installation: Micro grid

Rural Power Supply

Kinabatangan, Sabah, Malaysia

Technology: Crystalline modules Capacity: Total 430kW for 3 sites

Installation: Micro grid

Rural Schools Project

Sabah, Malaysia

Technology: Crystalline modules Capacity: 10 - 30kW for 10

Installation: Power plant rural schools

Village Power Centre

Mongolia

Technology: Crystalline modules Capacity: 100kW

Installation: Micro grid
 A world leading solar company.

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