Author

Frank Faller is the Chief Technology Officer of ELITE Solar, where he leads the company’s technical strategy and innovation roadmap for utility-scale solar project development across Europe.

With over three decades of experience in the solar PV industry, Dr. Faller brings deep expertise spanning R&D, manufacturing, system design, and technology commercialization. His career has bridged leading roles in both research institutions and industry, enabling him to drive technical excellence from lab to large-scale deployment.

Prior to joining ELITE Solar, Dr. Faller held senior positions across the global solar sector, overseeing advancements in solar cell and module technologies, scaling production lines, and improving system performance. His work has played a pivotal role in shaping efficient, bankable solutions for large-scale PV projects.

Dr. Faller earned his Ph.D. from the University of Freiburg, in collaboration with the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems (ISE)—a globally renowned center for solar research and innovation.