Evergreen Solar just announced that they will be introducing a new series of their String Ribbon Panels, the ES-C Series. The ES-C series is Evergreen’s first off-the-grid solar panel series. The panels can directly charge direct 12, 24 or 48 volt batteries in off-grid applications, and are designed to be easy to install while withstanding harsh weather conditions like wind and snow.

In a press release, Alan King, Director of Sales for the Americas, commented on the new product line:

“The ES-C Series enables Evergreen Solar to capitalize on the expanding off-grid solar market and further positions the company as a leader in the global solar industry. Like all Evergreen Solar products this product line has been designed with differentiating performance characteristics to distinguish it from commodity-like competitors and provides better battery charging capability than other major brands. At the same time, we are proud to lead the industry in environmental credentials with the smallest carbon footprint and the quickest energy payback of any silicon-based panel available today.”