Sharp Electronics Corporation, Memphis, TN: Sharpy, which is one of the world's leading manufacturers of solar cells, is commemorating the production of its two millionth solar panel at the Sharp Manufacturing Company of America in Memphis. Sharp is a great example of a company that creates sustainable American jobs, in addition to leading the way into the future with green energy and clean tech manufacturing.  The corporation's facility in Memphis has produced enough solar modules to power over 65,000 homes, saving millions of metric tons of CO2 each year.  And, as with all manufacturing, the ripple effect is very present with Sharp's products.  According to Ron Kenedi, vice president of Sharp Solar Energy Solutions Group, "Our customers are creating jobs by hiring electricians, roofers, and other labor to install our high-quality solar panels, thus driving local economies while helping to build the nation's renewable energy portfolio." The best part about Sharp solar products sold in the United States is that they "qualify as American goods under the 'Buy American' clause of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) and have been installed in several ARRA-funded projects around the nation." Sharp Electronics CEO and chairman Kozo Takahashi said, "Sharp is very proud to reach a milestone of this magnitude. Having the two millionth panel roll off of the production lines is a testament to the growing demand for solar electricity, and our steadfast dedication to growing the solar electricity market. This is a tremendous achievement for Sharp and the entire clean tech sector." Read more here.