The Chattanooga assembly plant in Tennessee will now feature Volkswagen's largest solar facility in the world -- and the largest operated by an automaker in the U.S.
“This facility is a key part of our “Think Blue. Factory.” program and further proof of Volkswagen’s worldwide commitment to environmental protection,” said Frank Fischer, CEO and Chairman of Volkswagen Chattanooga.
With 33,600 crystal solar modules, the facility will provide about 13,100 megawatt-hours per year. Solar power will represent 12.5% of all the power required in full-capacity production, and even meet 100% of demand when the plant is not in operation.
The Chattanooga plant employs more than 3,000 people and builds the new Volkswagen Passat , which was specifically designed for the North American market.
“This facility is a key part of our “Think Blue. Factory.” program and further proof of Volkswagen’s worldwide commitment to environmental protection,” said Frank Fischer, CEO and Chairman of Volkswagen Chattanooga.
With 33,600 crystal solar modules, the facility will provide about 13,100 megawatt-hours per year. Solar power will represent 12.5% of all the power required in full-capacity production, and even meet 100% of demand when the plant is not in operation.
The Chattanooga plant employs more than 3,000 people and builds the new Volkswagen Passat , which was specifically designed for the North American market.
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