Maxeon Introduces New SunPower Performance 7 Solar Panels with Cradle to Cradle Certification

Innovative TOPCon design recognized for exceptional sustainability, quality, and reliability

SINGAPORE, April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Maxeon Solar Technologies, Ltd. (NASDAQ: MAXN), a global leader in solar innovation and channels, has once again raised the bar for the solar industry with its new line of SunPower Performance 7 solar panels designed for distributed generation (DG) projects. Performance 7 panels feature unique cell design and circuitry combined with quality materials to deliver outstanding energy production and reliability, and are Maxeon's latest product to be Cradle to Cradle Certified for their exceptional sustainability by the Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute.

SunPower Performance 7 solar panels feature the latest generation of Maxeon's patented TOPCon cell technology in a shingled-cell design. This innovative architecture offers significant advantages in power, efficiency, reliability, and aesthetics. Performance 7 solar panels have also been engineered for more effective shade management, mitigation of hotspots and cooler cell temperatures than standard panels.

"Maxeon has built a strong patent portfolio over nearly four decades of innovation and this is delivering exceptional value to solar customers with our new SunPower Performance 7 products," said Bill Mulligan, CEO of Maxeon. "We are confident that the new Performance Line provides the right combination of price and performance, helping our customers meet their financial and energy goals, with the peace-of-mind offered by our comprehensive, industry-leading warranty."

Manufactured with high-quality materials in a robust glass-glass construction, Performance 7 solar panels are built to withstand challenging, real-world conditions like hail, wind, snow, and extreme temperature swings. Improvements to temperature coefficients, bifacial factor and annual degradation also help to ensure reliable, long-term energy yield for customers. As a result, Performance 7 solar panels are offered with an improved, best-in-class 30-year Power, Product and Service warranty – more comprehensive than standard solar panel warranties.