Boviet Solar's Greenville facility opens, creating 350 jobs and boosting local economy

Local and state leaders gathered in Greenville on Thursday to celebrate the grand opening of Boviet Solar’s first U.S. facility. The Vietnam-based company has invested over $250 million into the city, creating more than 350 jobs.

“We truly believe in Greenville and North Carolina too,” said Songul Atacan, Boviet’s Head of Marketing. “North Carolina provides a perfect environment for businesses like us.”

The facility’s groundbreaking took place last summer, but Atacan noted that plans have been in development for two years.

Matthew Scully, a Greenville City Council member, expressed enthusiasm for the influx of businesses and job opportunities. “There’s a lot of businesses coming to the area and bringing hundreds of jobs, building new buildings and it’s just really fun to be a part of it and to watch it grow,” he said.

State leaders, including NC House Representative Tim Reeder, highlighted the broader implications for North Carolina. “North Carolina has been ranked as one of the best places to do business over the last several years,” Reeder said. “I think that the United States, North Carolina, we compete globally and so if we can produce things domestically, create jobs, that’s really where we want to be.”

Governor Josh Stein also welcomed Boviet Solar, emphasizing the state’s leadership in the clean energy economy. “North Carolina continues to be a leader in the clean energy economy, and I am proud to welcome Boviet Solar as it opens its first U.S. manufacturing facility in Greenville,” Stein said. “As our state grows, so do our energy needs. I look forward to partnering with Boviet Solar to strengthen our workforce and build stronger clean tech infrastructure in North Carolina.”

Boviet Solar has plans to establish another facility in Greenville in the future.