After two decades of research and development, Ascent Solar was formed in 2005, to commercialize leading-edge CIGS photovoltaic technology on flexible, plastic substrate. Ascent's unique monolithic integration process enables the highest level of efficiency, durability & weight savings representing the potential to transform the way solar power can be used in everyday life.
Ascent Solar's Research and Development facility is based in Littleton, Colorado , and its 30 MW nameplate production facility is in Thornton, Colorado.
By pioneering a technology that is recognized as the future of the solar industry, Ascent has cemented itself as the leader in the manufacturing of innovative, high performance, flexible thin-film solar panels for both existing and emerging defense, consumer electronic, off-grid, transportation and building applications.
Ascent's results-oriented team is focused on continued technical innovation while effectively developing current market opportunities and enabling customers