Like Evergreen Solar, JA Solar is also unveiling a new line of high efficiency solar cells. The new product line, called SECIUM, has been certified with an 18.9 percent conversion efficiency by the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems.

In a press release, Dr. Peng Fang, CEO of JA Solar, commented on the new product:

“The launch of our SECIUM solar cells illustrate the company’s commitment to develop cutting-edge process technology for next-generation, high efficiency solar cells. As a technology leader in the industry, we are proud to provide high quality and cost effective solar products to our customers around the globe. Through our industry-leading R&D center, we will continue to provide the latest solar technology to both existing and emerging markets,” he said.