SC environmental regulators investigating chemical spill at solar panel manufacturer

By: Jessica Holdman

Outlets: South Carolina Daily Gazette

Published: March 4, 2026

Words: 609

Last Updated: 1 week ago

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COLUMBIA — South Carolina’s environmental agency halted incoming chemical shipments pending an investigation at a controversial solar panel manufacturing plant Tuesday following a spill at the recently opened site in York County.

Silfab Solar spilled 300 gallons of potassium hydroxide solution at its location near the Charlotte suburb of Fort Mill, less than 2 miles from the North Carolina border.

The odorless chemical is used in a number of household products, including paint removers …

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