We’re starting 2026 by sharing a first look at the factory concept for Stellar PV’s proposed silicon ingot and wafer manufacturing facility near Townsville, Queensland.
This project represents a high-impact opportunity to localise one of the most value-creating stages of the global solar supply chain, supporting:
1. Critical minerals processing (turning polysilicon into wafers)
2. Advanced manufacturing capability
3. Skilled jobs, and
4. Long-term regional development
Key features of the proposed facility include:
⚡ 2 GW of wafer production capacity
👷 300+ jobs during operation, from highly skilled solar engineers to factory operational teams
☀️ Operations supplied predominantly by renewable electricity
♻️ Integrated argon and water recycling to improve resource efficiency
📍Location within a strategic industrial precinct with access to key infrastructure
As global markets increasingly prioritise secure, traceable and low-carbon supply chains, domestic silicon manufacturing will play an important role in Australia’s clean-energy and industrial future.
The focus now turns to bringing this vision to life.
