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FIRST SOLAR, INC. CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (In thousands, except share data) June 30, 2025 December 31, 2024 ASSETS Current assets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 1,124,740 $ 1,621,376 Marketable securities 29,098 171,583 Accounts receivabl

EXHIBIT 99.1 News Release First Solar, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results and Updates Guidance •Net sales of $1.1 billion •Net income per diluted share of $3.18 •Net cash balance of $0.6 billion •2.1 GW booked in July 2025 •Expected sales backlog of 64.0 GW, extending through 2030 •Maintains mid-point of full year net income per diluted share guidance TEMPE, Arizona, July 31, 202

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 July 31, 2025 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (E

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 July 31, 2025 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Num

First Solar, Inc., the guarantors from time to time party thereto, the several banks and other financial

EXHIBIT 10.3 Execution Version FIRST AMENDMENT FIRST AMENDMENT, dated as of February 16, 2024 (this “Amendment”), to the Revolving Credit and Guaranty Agreement, dated as of June 30, 2023 (as amended, supplemented or otherwise modified from time to time prior to the date hereof, the “Credit Agreement”), among (i) FIRST SOLAR, INC., a Delaware corporation (the “Borrower”), (ii) the Guarantors from

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark one) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2025 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-33156 First Sola

Second Amendment to Revolving Credit and Guaranty Agreement, dated as of May 27, 2025, among First Solar, Inc., the guarantors from time to time party thereto, the several banks and other financial institutions or entities from time to time parties thereto, and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent

EXHIBIT 10.4 CERTAIN IDENTIFIED INFORMATION HAS BEEN EXCLUDED FROM THIS EXHIBIT BECAUSE IT IS BOTH NOT MATERIAL AND INFORMATION THAT THE REGISTRANT TREATS AS PRIVATE OR CONFIDENTIAL. [REDACTED] INDICATES THAT INFORMATION HAS BEEN REDACTED. Execution Version SECOND AMENDMENT SECOND AMENDMENT, dated as of May 27, 2025 (this “Amendment”), to the Revolving Credit and Guaranty Agreement, dated as of Ju

5-2027 Executive Performance Equity Plan

EXHIBIT 10.1 Executive Performance Equity Plan GRANT NOTICE This Grant Notice sets forth the economic terms of a Performance Unit Award granted under the First Solar, Inc. 2020 Omnibus Incentive Compensation Plan (the “Plan”). This Grant Notice, together with the Performance Unit Award Agreement Form Perf Unit-017 (“Performance Unit Award Agreement”) (the terms of which are incorporated into this

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 July 28, 2025 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (E

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 July 28, 2025 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Num

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 June 20, 2025 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Num

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD SPECIALIZED DISCLOSURE REPORT FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incor

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD SPECIALIZED DISCLOSURE REPORT FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 350 West Washington Street Suite 600 Tempe, Arizona 85288 (Add

Conflict Minerals Report of First Solar, Inc.

EXHIBIT 1.01 Conflict Minerals Report of First Solar, Inc. For the Year Ended December 31, 2024 Introduction First Solar, Inc., together with its subsidiaries (“First Solar,” “the Company,” “we,” “us,” and “our”), has prepared this Conflict Minerals Report pursuant to Rule 13p-1 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the requirements of Form SD (collectively, “the Rules”). We a

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 May 14, 2025 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Ex

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 May 14, 2025 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Numb

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 April 29, 2025 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 April 29, 2025 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Nu

$5.3B to $5.8B

EXHIBIT 99.1 News Release First Solar, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2025 Financial Results and Revises Guidance to Reflect the Expected Impact of the Implementation of New Tariffs •Net sales of $0.8 billion •Net income per diluted share of $1.95 •Net cash balance of $0.4 billion •YTD net bookings of 0.7 GW; 0.6 GW since fourth quarter earnings call with an average selling price of 30.5 cents per w

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark one) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2025 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-33156 First Sol

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant þ Filed by a party other than the Registrant ¨ Check the appropriate box: ¨ Preliminary Proxy Statement ¨ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ¨ Defin

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant þ Filed by a party other than the Registrant ¨ Check the appropriate box: ¨ Preliminary Proxy Statement ¨ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 March 12, 2025 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 March 12, 2025 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Nu

Form of Performance Cash Incentive Award Agreement

EXHIBIT 10.41 Form Perf Cash-003 PERFORMANCE CASH INCENTIVE AWARD AGREEMENT under the FIRST SOLAR, INC. 2020 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN, between First Solar, Inc. (the “Company”), a Delaware corporation, and the individual (the “Participant”) set forth on the Grant Notice which incorporates this Form Perf Cash-003 by reference. This Performance Cash Incentive Award Agreement including any

List of Subsidiaries of First Solar, Inc.

EXHIBIT 21.1 SUBSIDIARIES OF FIRST SOLAR, INC. Name Jurisdiction First Solar Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. Malaysia First Solar Vietnam Manufacturing Co Ltd Vietnam FS India Solar Ventures Private Limited India First Solar Development, LLC United States First Solar Holdings GmbH Germany First Solar Manufacturing GmbH Germany First Solar GmbH Germany First Solar FE Holdings Pte. Ltd. Singapore

Form of Cash Incentive Award Agreement

EXHIBIT 10.40 Form Cash-014 CASH INCENTIVE AWARD AGREEMENT under the FIRST SOLAR, INC. 2020 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN, between First Solar, Inc. (the “Company”), a Delaware corporation, and the individual (the “Participant”) set forth on the Grant Notice which incorporates this Form Cash-014 by reference. This Cash Incentive Award Agreement including any addendum hereto and the Grant Not

Form of Grant Notice for RSU Award Agreement

EXHIBIT 10.37 GRANT NOTICE This Notice sets forth the economic terms of a Restricted Stock Unit (“RSU”) Award granted under the First Solar, Inc. 2020 Omnibus Incentive Compensation Plan (“Plan”). This Grant Notice, together with the Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement Form RSU-017 (the terms of which are incorporated into this Grant Notice by reference), constitute the Award Agreement for this

2025 Guidance (1)

EXHIBIT 99.1 News Release First Solar, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Financial Results and 2025 Guidance •Net sales of $4.2 billion for 2024 and $1.5 billion for the fourth quarter •Net income per diluted share of $12.02 for 2024 and $3.65 for the fourth quarter •2024 year-end net cash balance of $1.2 billion •2024 net bookings of 4.4 GW with an average selling price of 30.5 cen

Form of Performance Unit Award Agreement - Form Perf Unit-017

EXHIBIT 10.35 Form Perf Unit-017 PERFORMANCE UNIT AWARD AGREEMENT under the FIRST SOLAR, INC. 2020 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN, between First Solar, Inc. (the “Company”), a Delaware corporation, and the individual (the “Participant”) set forth on the Grant Notice which incorporates this Form Perf Unit-017 by reference. This Performance Unit Award Agreement including any addendum or exhibit

Form of Option Award Agreement

EXHIBIT 10.38 Form OPT-016 OPTION AWARD AGREEMENT under the FIRST SOLAR, INC. 2020 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN, between First Solar, Inc. (the “Company”), a Delaware corporation, and the individual (the “Participant”) set forth on the Grant Notice which incorporates this Form OPT-016 by reference. This Option Award Agreement including any addendum hereto and the Grant Notice (collectively,

First Solar

EXHIBIT 19.1 INSIDER TRADING COMPLIANCE POLICY Issued Date| Month / Year Version #| Month / Year Document Number: October, 2006 Version 5 | February 2023 Corp Policy-Leg-POL-GCP-03222 Scope This Insider Trading Compliance Policy (this "Policy") applies to everyone at First Solar, Inc. and all of its subsidiaries (“First Solar” or the “Company”), including all associates, officers and directors of

Form of Share Award Agreement

EXHIBIT 10.39 Form Share Award-016 SHARE AWARD AGREEMENT under the FIRST SOLAR, INC. 2020 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN, between First Solar, Inc. (the “Company”), a Delaware corporation, and the individual (the “Participant”) set forth on the Grant Notice which incorporates this Form Share Award-016 by reference. This Share Award Agreement including any addendum hereto and the Grant Notice

Form of RSU Award Agreement

EXHIBIT 10.36 Form RSU-017 RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AWARD AGREEMENT under the FIRST SOLAR, INC. 2020 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN, between First Solar, Inc. (the “Company”), a Delaware corporation, and the individual (the “Participant”) set forth on the Grant Notice which incorporates this Form RSU-017 by reference. This Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement including any addendum hereto and t

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 February 25, 2025 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 February 25, 2025 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K (Mark one) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-33156 First Solar, I

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EXHIBIT 99.1 News Release First Solar Announces Final Sale Amount of 2024 Section 45X Advanced Manufacturing Production Tax Credits TEMPE, Ariz., February 20, 2025 – First Solar, Inc. (Nasdaq: FSLR) (the “Company” or “First Solar”) today announced the final sale amount of Section 45X Advanced Manufacturing Production tax credits generated by the production and sale of solar modules in the United S

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 February 20, 2025 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 February 20, 2025 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 January 3, 2025 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 January 3, 2025 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File N

Tax Credit Transfer Agreement between First Solar, Inc. and Visa Inc. dated December 6, 2024 (Fixed)

EXHIBIT 10.1 Execution Version TAX CREDIT TRANSFER AGREEMENT (Fixed) entered into by and between FIRST SOLAR, INC., as Seller and VISA INC., as Purchaser dated as of December 6, 2024 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE I CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT 1 1.1. No Partnership Intended. 1 1.2. No Security Intended. 1 ARTICLE II DEFINED TERMS AND RULES OF INTERPRETATION 2 2.1. Definitions. 2 2.2. Rules of Interpreta

Tax Credit Transfer Agreement between First Solar, Inc. and Visa Inc. dated December 6, 2024 (

EXHIBIT 10.2 Execution Version TAX CREDIT TRANSFER AGREEMENT (Variable) entered into by and between FIRST SOLAR, INC., as Seller and VISA INC., as Purchaser dated as of December 6, 2024 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE I CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT 1 1.1. No Partnership Intended. 1 1.2. No Security Intended. 1 ARTICLE II DEFINED TERMS AND RULES OF INTERPRETATION 2 2.1. Definitions. 2 2.2. Rules of Interpr

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 December 6, 2024 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 December 6, 2024 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

FSLR / First Solar, Inc. / EBRAHIMI FARHAD FRED - SC 13D Activist Investment

SC 13D 1 firstsolar13d12-10-20.htm SC 13D SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D (Rule 13d-101) INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(a) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-2(a) (Amendment No. ) * First Solar, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 336433107 (CUSIP Number) Brad Nelson 191 Unive

First Solar, Inc. 350 West Washington Street, Suite 600 Tempe, Arizona 85288

First Solar, Inc. 350 West Washington Street, Suite 600 Tempe, Arizona 85288 November 19, 2024 BY EDGAR Division of Corporation Finance United States Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Attention: Dale Welcome Anne McConnell Office of Manufacturing RE: First Solar, Inc. Form 10-K for the Fiscal Year Ended December 31, 2023 Filed February 27, 2024 Form 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark one) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2024 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-33156 First

$4.4B to $4.6B

EXHIBIT 99.1 News Release First Solar, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results •Net sales of $0.9 billion •Net income per diluted share of $2.91, impacted by $50 million product warranty reserve charge •Net cash balance of $0.7 billion •YTD net bookings of 4.0 GW; 0.4 GW since second quarter earnings call •Expected sales backlog of 73.3 GW TEMPE, Ariz., October 29, 2024 – First Solar,

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 October 29, 2024 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

FSLR / First Solar, Inc. / EBRAHIMI FARHAD FRED - SC 13D/A Activist Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D/A (Rule 13d-101) INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(a) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-2(a) (Amendment No. 1) * First Solar, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 336433107 (CUSIP Number) Brad Nelson 191 University Blvd, Suite 246 Denver, Colorado

Amendment No.1 to Guaranty Agreement dated June 21, 2024, between First Solar, Inc. and United States International Development Finance Corporation

Execution Version EXHIBIT 10.1 Execution Version AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO GUARANTY AGREEMENT This AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO GUARANTY AGREEMENT (this “Amendment”), dated as of June 21, 2024, is by and between: (1) FIRST SOLAR INC., a Delaware corporation (the “Guarantor”); and (2) UNITED STATES INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT FINANCE CORPORATION, an agency of the United States of America (“DFC”). WHEREAS: (1)FS India

$4.4B to $4.6B

EXHIBIT 99.1 News Release First Solar, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2024 Financial Results •Net sales of $1.0 billion •Net income per diluted share of $3.25 •Net cash balance of $1.2 billion •Maintain full-year 2024 guidance •YTD net bookings of 3.6 GW; 0.9 GW since first quarter earnings call with an average selling price of 31.6 cents per watt, excluding adjusters and India domestic sales •Expe

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark one) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2024 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-33156 First Sola

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 July 30, 2024 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Num

Conflict Minerals Report of First Solar, Inc.

EXHIBIT 1.01 Conflict Minerals Report of First Solar, Inc. For the Year Ended December 31, 2023 Introduction First Solar, Inc., together with its consolidated subsidiaries (“First Solar,” “the Company,” “we,” “us,” and “our”), has prepared this Conflict Minerals Report pursuant to Rule 13p-1 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the requirements of Form SD (collectively, “the

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD SPECIALIZED DISCLOSURE REPORT FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incor

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD SPECIALIZED DISCLOSURE REPORT FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.) 350 West Washington Street Suite 600 Tempe, Arizona 85288 (Address of principal e

Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 May 8, 2024 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Numbe

Amended and Restated Bylaws of First Solar, Inc. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to First Solar, Inc.’s Form 8-K filed on May 9, 2024)

EXHIBIT 3.1 BYLAWS OF FIRST SOLAR, INC. (hereinafter called the “Corporation”) AMENDED AND RESTATED AS OF MAY 8, 2024 ARTICLE I Meetings of Stockholders Section 1. Place of Meetings. Meetings of the stockholders shall be held at such time and place, either within or without the State of Delaware, as shall be designated from time to time by the Board of Directors of the Corporation (the “Board of D

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 May 1, 2024 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Numbe

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark one) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2024 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-33156 First Sol

$600M to $900M

EXHIBIT 99.1 News Release First Solar, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2024 Financial Results •Net sales of $794 million •Net income per diluted share of $2.20 •Net cash balance of $1.4 billion •Maintain full-year 2024 P&L guidance •YTD net bookings of 2.7 GW with an average selling price (“ASP”) of 31.3 cents per watt, excluding adjusters •Expected sales backlog of 78.3 GW TEMPE, Ariz., May 1, 2024

Form of Grant Notice for 2024-2026 Executive Performance Equity Plan

EXHIBIT 10.1 Executive Performance Equity Plan GRANT NOTICE This Grant Notice sets forth the economic terms of a Performance Unit Award granted under the First Solar, Inc. 2020 Omnibus Incentive Compensation Plan (the “Plan”). This Grant Notice, together with the Performance Unit Award Agreement Form Perf Unit-016 (“Performance Unit Award Agreement”) (the terms of which are incorporated into this

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant þ Filed by a party other than the Registrant ¨ Check the appropriate box: ¨ Preliminary Proxy Statement ¨ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant þ Filed by a party other than the Registrant ¨ Check the appropriate box: ¨ Preliminary Proxy Statement ¨ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ¨ Defin

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant þ Filed by a party other than the Registrant ¨ Check the appropriate box: þ Preliminary Proxy Statement ¨ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 February 27, 2024 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

$4.4B to $4.6B

EXHIBIT 99.1 News Release First Solar, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Financial Results and 2024 Guidance •Net sales of $3.3 billion for 2023 and $1.2 billion for the fourth quarter •Net income per diluted share of $7.74 for 2023 and $3.25 for the fourth quarter •2023 year-end net cash balance of $1.6 billion •2023 net bookings of 28.3 GW; 2.3 GW since third quarter earnings call

First Solar, Inc. Clawback Policy

EXHIBIT 97.1 FIRST SOLAR, INC. CLAWBACK POLICY The Board of Directors of First Solar, Inc. (the “Board”) has determined that it is in the best interests of First Solar, Inc. (the “Company”) and its shareholders to adopt this amended and restated Clawback Policy (the “Policy”). In addition to any amounts that are to be recovered on behalf of the Company by the Securities and Exchange Commission (th

Form of Share Award Agreement

EXHIBIT 10.34 Form Share Award-015 SHARE AWARD AGREEMENT under the FIRST SOLAR, INC. 2020 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN, between First Solar, Inc. (the “Company”), a Delaware corporation, and the individual (the “Participant”) set forth on the Grant Notice which incorporates this Form Share Award-015 by reference. This Share Award Agreement including any addendum hereto and the Grant Notice

Form of Cash Incentive Award Agreement

EXHIBIT 10.35 Form Cash-013 CASH INCENTIVE AWARD AGREEMENT under the FIRST SOLAR, INC. 2020 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN, between First Solar, Inc. (the “Company”), a Delaware corporation, and the individual (the “Participant”) set forth on the Grant Notice which incorporates this Form Cash-013 by reference. This Cash Incentive Award Agreement including any addendum hereto and the Grant Not

Form of Grant Notice for RSU Award Agreement

EXHIBIT 10.32 GRANT NOTICE This Notice sets forth the economic terms of a Restricted Stock Unit (“RSU”) Award granted under the First Solar, Inc. 2020 Omnibus Incentive Compensation Plan (“Plan”). This Grant Notice, together with the Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement Form RSU-016 (the terms of which are incorporated into this Grant Notice by reference), constitute the Award Agreement for this

Form of Option Award Agreement

EXHIBIT 10.33 Form OPT-015 OPTION AWARD AGREEMENT under the FIRST SOLAR, INC. 2020 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN, between First Solar, Inc. (the “Company”), a Delaware corporation, and the individual (the “Participant”) set forth on the Grant Notice which incorporates this Form OPT-015 by reference. This Option Award Agreement including any addendum hereto and the Grant Notice (collectively,

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K (Mark one) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-33156 First Solar, I

Form of Performance Unit Award Agreement - Form Perf Unit-016

EXHIBIT 10.30 Form Perf Unit-016 PERFORMANCE UNIT AWARD AGREEMENT under the FIRST SOLAR, INC. 2020 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN, between First Solar, Inc. (the “Company”), a Delaware corporation, and the individual (the “Participant”) set forth on the Grant Notice which incorporates this Form Perf Unit-016 by reference. This Performance Unit Award Agreement including any addendum or exhibit

List of Subsidiaries of First Solar, Inc.

EXHIBIT 21.1 SUBSIDIARIES OF FIRST SOLAR, INC. Name Jurisdiction First Solar Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. Malaysia First Solar Vietnam Manufacturing Co Ltd Vietnam FS India Solar Ventures Private Limited India First Solar Development, LLC United States First Solar Holdings GmbH Germany First Solar Manufacturing GmbH Germany First Solar GmbH Germany First Solar European Technology Center AB Sweden First Sola

Form of RSU Award Agreement

EXHIBIT 10.31 Form RSU-016 RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AWARD AGREEMENT under the FIRST SOLAR, INC. 2020 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN, between First Solar, Inc. (the “Company”), a Delaware corporation, and the individual (the “Participant”) set forth on the Grant Notice which incorporates this Form RSU-016 by reference. This Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement including any addendum hereto and t

Form of Performance Cash Incentive Award Agreement

EXHIBIT 10.36 Form Perf Cash-002 PERFORMANCE CASH INCENTIVE AWARD AGREEMENT under the FIRST SOLAR, INC. 2020 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN, between First Solar, Inc. (the “Company”), a Delaware corporation, and the individual (the “Participant”) set forth on the Grant Notice which incorporates this Form Perf Cash-002 by reference. This Performance Cash Incentive Award Agreement including any

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 February 13, 2024 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 February 13, 2024 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

FSLR / First Solar, Inc. / VANGUARD GROUP INC - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 tv0064-firstsolarinc.htm SCHEDULE 13G/A SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 10)* Name of issuer: First Solar Inc Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 336433107 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 29, 2023 Check the appropriate box to designate the

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EX-99.C 4 d740173dex99c.htm EX-99.C Exhibit C - AGREEMENT Pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the undersigned hereby agree that only one statement containing the information required by Schedule 13D need be filed with respect to the ownership by each of the undersigned of shares of Common Stock of First Solar, Inc. Executed as a sealed instrument this 5th day of

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EX-99.B Exhibit B - POWER OF ATTORNEY KNOW ALL BY THESE PRESENTS, that the person whose signature appears below hereby constitutes and appoints Brad Nelson her true and lawful attorney-in-fact and agent, for her and in her name, place and stead, in any and all capacities (including, but not limited to, as a general partner of any partnership, a member or manager of any limited liability company, a

FSLR / First Solar, Inc. / EBRAHIMI FARHAD FRED - SC 13D Activist Investment

SC 13D SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D (Rule 13d-101) INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(a) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-2(a) (Amendment No. )* First Solar, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 336433107 (CUSIP Number) Brad Nelson 191 University Blvd, Suite 246 Denver, Colora

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EX-99.A Exhibit A - POWER OF ATTORNEY KNOW ALL BY THESE PRESENTS, that the person whose signature appears below hereby constitutes and appoints Brad Nelson his true and lawful attorney-in-fact and agent, for him and in his name, place and stead, in any and all capacities (including, but not limited to, as a general partner of any partnership, a member or manager of any limited liability company, a

nsfer Agreement between First Solar

EXHIBIT 10.1 Execution Version TAX CREDIT TRANSFER AGREEMENT (Fixed) entered into by and between FIRST SOLAR, INC., as Seller and FISERV, INC., as Purchaser dated as of December 22, 2023 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE I CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT 1 1.1. No Partnership Intended. 1 1.2. No Security Intended. 1 ARTICLE II DEFINED TERMS AND RULES OF INTERPRETATION 2 2.1. Definitions. 2 2.2. Rules of Interp

Tax Credit Transfer Agreement between First Solar, Inc. and Fiserv, Inc. dated December 22, 2023 (

EXHIBIT 10.2 Execution Version TAX CREDIT TRANSFER AGREEMENT (Variable) entered into by and between FIRST SOLAR, INC., as Seller and FISERV, INC., as Purchaser dated as of December 22, 2023 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE I CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT 1 1.1. No Partnership Intended. 1 1.2. No Security Intended. 1 ARTICLE II DEFINED TERMS AND RULES OF INTERPRETATION 2 2.1. Definitions. 2 2.2. Rules of Int

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 December 22, 2023 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 December 22, 2023 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark one) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2023 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-33156 First

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 October 31, 2023 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

FIRST SOLAR, INC. CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (In thousands, except share data) September 30, 2023 December 31, 2022 ASSETS Current assets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 1,492,958 $ 1,481,269 Marketable securities 329,516 1,096,712 Accounts r

EXHIBIT 99.1 News Release First Solar, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2023 Financial Results •Net sales of $801 million •Net income per diluted share of $2.50 •Net cash balance of $1.3 billion •Maintain full-year 2023 revenue guidance and raise the mid-point of EPS guidance from $7.50 to $7.60 •YTD net bookings of 27.8 GW; 6.8 GW since second quarter earnings call with an average selling price of $0

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 July 27, 2023 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (E

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 July 27, 2023 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Num

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark one) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2023 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-33156 First Sola

FIRST SOLAR, INC. CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (In thousands, except share data) June 30, 2023 December 31, 2022 ASSETS Current assets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 829,913 $ 1,481,269 Marketable securities 1,054,044 1,096,712 Accounts receiv

EXHIBIT 99.1 News Release First Solar, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2023 Financial Results •Net sales of $811 million •Net income per diluted share of $1.59 •Net cash balance of $1.5 billion •YTD net bookings of 21.1 GW; 8.9 GW since first quarter earnings call •Expected volume sold backlog of 77.8 GW •Up to $1.1 billion investment in a new 3.5 GW Series 7 US manufacturing facility TEMPE, Ariz.,

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 July 20, 2023 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (E

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 July 20, 2023 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Num

Amended and Restated Bylaws of First Solar, Inc. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to First Solar, Inc.’s Form 8-K filed on July 26, 2023)

EXHIBIT 3.1 BYLAWS OF FIRST SOLAR, INC. (hereinafter called the “Corporation”) AMENDED AND RESTATED AS OF JULY 20, 2023 ARTICLE I Meetings of Stockholders Section 1. Place of Meetings. Meetings of the stockholders shall be held at such time and place, either within or without the State of Delaware, as shall be designated from time to time by the Board of Directors of the Corporation (the “Board of

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A (Amendment No. 1) CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 May 9, 2023 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FI

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A (Amendment No. 1) CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 May 9, 2023 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (C

Credit and Guaranty Agreement, dated as of June 30, 2023, among First Solar, Inc., the guarantors from time to time party thereto, the several banks and other financial institutions or entities from time to time parties thereto, and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent

EXHIBIT 10.1 EXECUTION VERSION J.P.Morgan REVOLVING CREDIT AND GUARANTY AGREEMENT dated as of June 30, 2023 among FIRST SOLAR, INC. The Guarantors Party hereto The Lenders Party Hereto and JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., as Administrative Agent JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., BOFA SECURITIES, INC., CITIBANK, N.A., CRÉDIT AGRICOLE CORPORATE AND INVESTMENT BANK, PNC CAPITAL MARKETS LLC as Joint Bookrunners, J

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 June 30, 2023 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (E

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 June 30, 2023 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Num

Conflict Minerals Report of First Solar, Inc.

EXHIBIT 1.01 Conflict Minerals Report of First Solar, Inc. For the Year Ended December 31, 2022 Introduction First Solar, Inc., together with its consolidated subsidiaries (“First Solar,” “the Company,” “we,” “us,” and “our”), has prepared this Conflict Minerals Report pursuant to Rule 13p-1 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the requirements of Form SD (collectively, “the

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD SPECIALIZED DISCLOSURE REPORT FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incor

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD SPECIALIZED DISCLOSURE REPORT FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.) 350 West Washington Street Suite 600 Tempe, Arizona 85288 (Address of principal e

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 May 9, 2023 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exa

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 May 9, 2023 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Numbe

Form of Grant Notice for Restricted Stock Unit Award

EXHIBIT 10.2 GRANT NOTICE This Notice sets forth the economic terms of a Restricted Stock Unit (“RSU”) Award granted under the First Solar, Inc. 2020 Omnibus Incentive Compensation Plan. This Grant Notice, together with the Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement Form RSU-015 (the terms of which are incorporated into this Grant Notice by reference), constitute the Award Agreement for this RSU Award.

FIRST SOLAR, INC. CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (In thousands, except share data) March 31, 2023 December 31, 2022 ASSETS Current assets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 906,634 $ 1,481,269 Marketable securities 1,364,607 1,096,712 Accounts recei

EXHIBIT 99.1 News Release First Solar, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2023 Financial Results •Net sales of $548 million •Net income per diluted share of $0.40 •Net cash balance of $2.0 billion •YTD net bookings of 12.1 GWDC; 4.8 GWDC since fourth quarter earnings call at an average selling price of $0.318 per watt •Expected volume sold backlog of 71.6 GWDC TEMPE, Ariz., April 27, 2023 – First Solar,

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark one) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2023 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-33156 First Sol

Form of Grant Notice for 2023-2025 Executive Performance Equity Plan

EXHIBIT 10.1 Executive Performance Equity Plan GRANT NOTICE This Grant Notice sets forth the economic terms of a Performance Unit Award granted under the First Solar, Inc. 2020 Omnibus Incentive Compensation Plan (the “Plan”). This Grant Notice, together with the Performance Unit Award Agreement Form Perf Unit-015 (“Performance Unit Award Agreement”) (the terms of which are incorporated into this

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 April 27, 2023 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 April 27, 2023 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Nu

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant þ Filed by a party other than the Registrant ¨ Check the appropriate box: ¨ Preliminary Proxy Statement ¨ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ¨ Defin

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant þ Filed by a party other than the Registrant ¨ Check the appropriate box: ¨ Preliminary Proxy Statement ¨ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14

Form of Performance Unit Award Agreement - Form Perf Unit-015

EXHIBIT 10.37 Form Perf Unit-015 PERFORMANCE UNIT AWARD AGREEMENT under the FIRST SOLAR, INC. 2020 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN, between First Solar, Inc. (the “Company”), a Delaware corporation, and the individual (the “Participant”) set forth on the Grant Notice which incorporates this Form Perf Unit-015 by reference. This Performance Unit Award Agreement including any addendum or exhibit

Form of Cash Incentive Award Agreement

EXHIBIT 10.42 Form Cash-012 CASH INCENTIVE AWARD AGREEMENT under the FIRST SOLAR, INC. 2020 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN, between First Solar, Inc. (the “Company”), a Delaware corporation, and the individual (the “Participant”) set forth on the Grant Notice which incorporates this Form Cash-012 by reference. This Cash Incentive Award Agreement including any addendum hereto and the Grant Not

Form of RSU Award Agreement

EXHIBIT 10.38 Form RSU-015 RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AWARD AGREEMENT under the FIRST SOLAR, INC. 2020 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN, between First Solar, Inc. (the “Company”), a Delaware corporation, and the individual (the “Participant”) set forth on the Grant Notice which incorporates this Form RSU-015 by reference. This Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement including any addendum hereto and t

Form of Share Award Agreement

EXHIBIT 10.41 Form Share Award-014 SHARE AWARD AGREEMENT under the FIRST SOLAR, INC. 2020 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN, between First Solar, Inc. (the “Company”), a Delaware corporation, and the individual (the “Participant”) set forth on the Grant Notice which incorporates this Form Share Award-014 by reference. This Share Award Agreement including any addendum hereto and the Grant Notice

Form of Grant Notice for RSU Award Agreement

EXHIBIT 10.39 GRANT NOTICE This Notice sets forth the economic terms of a Restricted Stock Unit (“RSU”) Award granted under the First Solar, Inc. 2020 Omnibus Incentive Compensation Plan. This Grant Notice, together with the Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement Form RSU-015 (the terms of which are incorporated into this Grant Notice by reference), constitute the Award Agreement for this RSU Award

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 February 28, 2023 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 February 28, 2023 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

List of Subsidiaries of First Solar, Inc.

EXHIBIT 21.1 SUBSIDIARIES OF FIRST SOLAR, INC. Name Jurisdiction First Solar Development, LLC United States First Solar FE Holdings Pte. Ltd. Singapore First Solar Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. Malaysia First Solar Holdings GmbH Germany First Solar Manufacturing GmbH Germany First Solar GmbH Germany First Solar Vietnam Holdings Pte. Ltd. Singapore First Solar Vietnam Manufacturing Co Ltd Vietnam First Solar

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K (Mark one) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-33156 First Solar, I

Form of Performance Cash Incentive Award Agreement

EXHIBIT 10.43 Form Perf Cash-001 PERFORMANCE CASH INCENTIVE AWARD AGREEMENT under the FIRST SOLAR, INC. 2020 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN, between First Solar, Inc. (the “Company”), a Delaware corporation, and the individual (the “Participant”) set forth on the Grant Notice which incorporates this Form Perf Cash-001 by reference. This Performance Cash Incentive Award Agreement including any

Form of Option Award Agreement

EXHIBIT 10.40 Form OPT-014 OPTION AWARD AGREEMENT under the FIRST SOLAR, INC. 2020 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN, between First Solar, Inc. (the “Company”), a Delaware corporation, and the individual (the “Participant”) set forth on the Grant Notice which incorporates this Form OPT-014 by reference. This Option Award Agreement including any addendum hereto and the Grant Notice (collectively,

FIRST SOLAR, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (In thousands, except share data) December 31, 2022 2021 ASSETS Current assets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 1,481,269 $ 1,450,654 Marketable securities 1,096,712 375,389 Accounts receivab

EXHIBIT 99.1 News Release First Solar, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2022 Financial Results and 2023 Guidance •Net sales of $2.6 billion for 2022 and $1.0 billion for the fourth quarter •Net loss per diluted share of $0.41 for 2022 and $0.07 for the fourth quarter •Year-end 2022 net cash balance of $2.4 billion •48.3 GWDC of 2022 net bookings; 12 GWDC since third quarter earnings cal

FSLR / First Solar, Inc. / WELLINGTON MANAGEMENT GROUP LLP - SEC SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 3 )* FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 336433107 (CUSIP Number) December 30, 2022 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Sche

FSLR / First Solar, Inc. / VANGUARD GROUP INC - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 9)* Name of issuer: First Solar Inc. Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 336433107 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 30, 2022 Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed: ☒ Ru

Guaranty Agreement, dated August 4, 2022, between First Solar, Inc. and United States International Development Finance Corporation

EXHIBIT 10.1 EXECUTION VERSION CERTAIN IDENTIFIED INFORMATION HAS BEEN EXCLUDED FROM THE EXHIBIT BECAUSE IT IS BOTH NOT MATERIAL AND IS THE TYPE THAT THE REGISTRANT TREATS AS PRIVATE OR CONFIDENTIAL. REDACTED INFORMATION IS INDICATED BY [***]. GUARANTY AGREEMENT by FIRST SOLAR, INC. in favor of UNITED STATES INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT FINANCE CORPORATION Dated as of August 4, 2022 DFC/9000115523 Gu

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark one) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2022 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-33156 First

$2.55B to $2.8B

EXHIBIT 99.1 News Release First Solar, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2022 Financial Results ?Net sales of $629 million ?Net loss per diluted share of $0.46 ?Cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash, and marketable securities of $1.9 billion ?YTD net bookings of 43.7 GWDC ?16.6 GWDC of net bookings since prior earnings call ?Record expected module shipment backlog of over 58 GWDC ?Reduce FY 2022 earn

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 October 27, 2022 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

FSLR / First Solar, Inc. / EBRAHIMI FARHAD FRED - SC 13D/A Activist Investment

SC 13D/A SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D (Rule 13d-101) INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(a) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-2(a) (Amendment No. 5)* First Solar, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 336433107 (CUSIP Number) Brad Nelson 191 University Blvd, Suite 246 Denver, Col

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark one) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2022 or ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-33156 First Sola

, 2022, among First Solar Japan GK, PAG Renewables Holding Pte. Ltd. and PAG Renewables FM Holding Pte. Ltd.

EXHIBIT 10.2 EXECUTION VERSION CERTAIN IDENTIFIED INFORMATION HAS BEEN EXCLUDED FROM THE EXHIBIT BECAUSE IT IS BOTH NOT MATERIAL AND IS THE TYPE THAT THE REGISTRANT TREATS AS PRIVATE OR CONFIDENTIAL. REDACTED INFORMATION IS INDICATED BY [***]. FIRST AMENDMENT TO BUSINESS PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT This FIRST AMENDMENT TO BUSINESS PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT (this ?Amendment?) is entered into as o

First Amendment to TK Interests Purchase and Sale Agreement, dated June 24, 2022, among TK Investco 7 Pte. Ltd., TK Investco 8 Pte. Ltd., TK Investco 10 Pte. Ltd., TK Investco 11 Pte. Ltd. and Gioia Investment Pte. Ltd.

EXHIBIT 10.6 EXECUTION VERSION CERTAIN IDENTIFIED INFORMATION HAS BEEN EXCLUDED FROM THE EXHIBIT BECAUSE IT IS BOTH NOT MATERIAL AND IS THE TYPE THAT THE REGISTRANT TREATS AS PRIVATE OR CONFIDENTIAL. REDACTED INFORMATION IS INDICATED BY [***]. FIRST AMENDMENT TO TK INTERESTS PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT This FIRST AMENDMENT TO TK INTERESTS PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT (this ?Amendment?) is entered i

First Amendment to Membership Interests Purchase and Sale Agreement, dated June 24, 2022, among First Solar Japan GK, Kyoto Solar Plant L.P., Yatsubo Solar Plant L.P., Momura Solar Plant L.P., Iwaki Solar Plant L.P., Hita Solar Plant L.P., Shimo Onuki Solar Plant L.P., Orido Solar Plant L.P., Handa Solar Plant L.P. and Tochigi Solar Plant L.P.

EXHIBIT 10.4 EXECUTION VERSION CERTAIN IDENTIFIED INFORMATION HAS BEEN EXCLUDED FROM THE EXHIBIT BECAUSE IT IS BOTH NOT MATERIAL AND IS THE TYPE THAT THE REGISTRANT TREATS AS PRIVATE OR CONFIDENTIAL. REDACTED INFORMATION IS INDICATED BY [***]. FIRST AMENDMENT TO MEMBERSHIP INTERESTS PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT This FIRST AMENDMENT TO MEMBERSHIP INTERESTS PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT (this ?Amendmen

TK Interests Purchase and Sale Agreement, dated May 12, 2022, among TK Investco 7 Pte. Ltd., TK Investco 8 Pte. Ltd., TK Investco 10 Pte. Ltd., TK Investco 11 Pte. Ltd. and Gioia Investment Pte. Ltd.

EXHIBIT 10.5 EXECUTION VERSION CERTAIN IDENTIFIED INFORMATION HAS BEEN EXCLUDED FROM THE EXHIBIT BECAUSE IT IS BOTH NOT MATERIAL AND IS THE TYPE THAT THE REGISTRANT TREATS AS PRIVATE OR CONFIDENTIAL. REDACTE INFORMATION IS INDICATED BY [***]. TK INTERESTS PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT dated as of May 12, 2022 among TK INVESTCO 7 PTE. LTD., TK INVESTCO 8 PTE. LTD., TK INVESTCO 10 PTE. LTD., TK INVEST

among First Solar Japan GK, PAG Renewables Holding Pte. Ltd.

EXHIBIT 10.1 EXECUTION VERSION CERTAIN IDENTIFIED INFORMATION HAS BEEN EXCLUDED FROM THE EXHIBIT BECAUSE IT IS BOTH NOT MATERIAL AND IS THE TYPE THAT THE REGISTRANT TREATS AS PRIVATE OR CONFIDENTIAL. REDACTED INFORMATION IS INDICATED BY [***]. BUSINESS PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT dated as of May 12, 2022 among FIRST SOLAR JAPAN GK, PAG RENEWABLES HOLDING PTE. LTD. and PAG RENEWABLES FM HOLDING PTE

Kyoto Solar Plant L.P., Yatsubo Solar Plant L.P., Momura Solar Plant L.P., Iwaki Solar Plant L.P., Hita Solar Plant L.P., Shimo Onuki Solar Plant L.P., Orido Solar Plant L.P., Handa Solar Plant L.P. and Tochigi Solar Plant L.P.

EXHIBIT 10.3 EXECUTION VERSION CERTAIN IDENTIFIED INFORMATION HAS BEEN EXCLUDED FROM THE EXHIBIT BECAUSE IT IS BOTH NOT MATERIAL AND IS THE TYPE THAT THE REGISTRANT TREATS AS PRIVATE OR CONFIDENTIAL. REDACTED INFORMATION IS INDICATED BY [***]. MEMBERSHIP INTERESTS PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT dated as of May 12, 2022 among FIRST SOLAR JAPAN GK and KYOTO SOLAR PLANT L.P., YATSUBO SOLAR PLANT L.P., M

Finance Agreement between FS India Solar Ventures Private Limited and United States International Development Finance Corporation dated July 27, 2022

EXHIBIT 10.7 EXECUTION VERSION CERTAIN IDENTIFIED INFORMATION HAS BEEN EXCLUDED FROM THE EXHIBIT BECAUSE IT IS BOTH NOT MATERIAL AND IS THE TYPE THAT THE REGISTRANT TREATS AS PRIVATE OR CONFIDENTIAL. REDACTED INFORMATION IS INDICATED BY [***]. FINANCE AGREEMENT between FS INDIA SOLAR VENTURES PRIVATE LIMITED and UNITED STATES INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT FINANCE CORPORATION Dated as of July 27, 2022

$2.55B to $2.8B

EXHIBIT 99.1 News Release First Solar, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2022 Financial Results ?Net sales of $621 million ?Net income per diluted share of $0.52 ?Cash, restricted cash, and marketable securities of $1.9 billion ?YTD net bookings of 27.1 GWDC ?10.4 GWDC of net bookings since prior earnings call have a base Average Selling Price (ASP), prior to the application of pricing adjustors, of $

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 July 28, 2022 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Num

FSLR / First Solar, Inc. / EBRAHIMI FARHAD FRED - SC 13D/A Activist Investment

SC 13D/A SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D (Rule 13d-101) INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(a) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-2(a) (Amendment No. 4)* First Solar, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 336433107 (CUSIP Number) Brad Nelson 191 University Blvd, Suite 246 Denver, Col

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 May 26, 2022 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Numb

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 May 24, 2022 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Numb

Conflict Minerals Report of First Solar, Inc.

EXHIBIT 1.01 Conflict Minerals Report of First Solar, Inc. For the Year Ended December 31, 2021 Introduction First Solar, Inc., together with its consolidated subsidiaries (?First Solar,? ?the Company,? ?we,? ?us,? and ?our?), has prepared this Conflict Minerals Report pursuant to Rule 13p-1 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the requirements of Form SD (collectively, ?the

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD SPECIALIZED DISCLOSURE REPORT FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incor

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD SPECIALIZED DISCLOSURE REPORT FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.) 350 West Washington Street Suite 600 Tempe, Arizona 85281 (Address of principal e

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EXHIBIT 99.1 Media Release First Solar Signs Definitive Agreements to Sell Japan Project Development and O&M Platforms to PAG Real Assets TEMPE, Ariz., and TOKYO, Japan, May 16, 2022 ? First Solar, Inc. (Nasdaq: FSLR) today announced that it has entered into definitive agreements with funds managed by PAG Real Assets (PAG), pursuant to which PAG will acquire from First Solar its 293 megawatts (MW)

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 May 12, 2022 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Numb

Form of Grant Notice for 2022-2024 Executive Performance Equity Plan

EXHIBIT 10.6 Executive Performance Equity Plan GRANT NOTICE This Grant Notice sets forth the economic terms of a Performance Unit Award granted under the First Solar, Inc. 2020 Omnibus Incentive Compensation Plan (the ?Plan?). This Grant Notice, together with the Performance Unit Award Agreement Form Perf Unit-014 (?Performance Unit Award Agreement?) (the terms of which are incorporated into this

Form of Grant Notice for Restricted Stock Unit Award

EXHIBIT 10.7 GRANT NOTICE This Notice sets forth the economic terms of a Restricted Stock Unit (?RSU?) Award granted under the First Solar, Inc. 2020 Omnibus Incentive Compensation Plan. This Grant Notice, together with the Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement Form RSU-014 (the terms of which are incorporated into this Grant Notice by reference), constitute the Award Agreement for this RSU Award.

Form of Share Award Agreement

EXHIBIT 10.4 Form Share Award-013 SHARE AWARD AGREEMENT under the FIRST SOLAR, INC. 2020 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN, between First Solar, Inc. (the ?Company?), a Delaware corporation, and the individual (the ?Participant?) set forth on the Grant Notice which incorporates this Form Share Award-013 by reference. This Share Award Agreement including any addendum hereto and the Grant Notice (

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark one) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2022 or ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-33156 First Sol

Form of RSU Award Agreement

EXHIBIT 10.2 Form RSU-014 RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AWARD AGREEMENT under the FIRST SOLAR, INC. 2020 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN, between First Solar, Inc. (the ?Company?), a Delaware corporation, and the individual (the ?Participant?) set forth on the Grant Notice which incorporates this Form RSU-014 by reference. This Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement including any addendum hereto and th

Form of Cash Incentive Award Agreement

EXHIBIT 10.5 Form Cash-011 CASH INCENTIVE AWARD AGREEMENT under the FIRST SOLAR, INC. 2020 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN, between First Solar, Inc. (the ?Company?), a Delaware corporation, and the individual (the ?Participant?) set forth on the Grant Notice which incorporates this Form Cash-011 by reference. This Cash Incentive Award Agreement including any addendum hereto and the Grant Noti

Form of Option Award Agreement

EXHIBIT 10.3 Form OPT-013 OPTION AWARD AGREEMENT under the FIRST SOLAR, INC. 2020 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN, between First Solar, Inc. (the ?Company?), a Delaware corporation, and the individual (the ?Participant?) set forth on the Grant Notice which incorporates this Form OPT-013 by reference. This Option Award Agreement including any addendum hereto and the Grant Notice (collectively,

Form of Performance Unit Award Agreement - Form Perf Unit-014

EXHIBIT 10.1 Form Perf Unit-014 PERFORMANCE UNIT AWARD AGREEMENT under the FIRST SOLAR, INC. 2020 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN, between First Solar, Inc. (the ?Company?), a Delaware corporation, and the individual (the ?Participant?) set forth on the Grant Notice which incorporates this Form Perf Unit-014 by reference. This Performance Unit Award Agreement including any addendum or exhibits

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 April 28, 2022 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Nu

FIRST SOLAR, INC. CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (In thousands, except share data) (Unaudited) March 31, 2022 December 31, 2021 ASSETS Current assets: Cash $ 1,326,363 $ 1,450,654 Marketable securities 223,091 375,389 Accounts receivable trade

EXHIBIT 99.1 News Release First Solar, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2022 Financial Results ?Net sales of $367 million ?Net loss per diluted share of $0.41 ?Cash, restricted cash, and marketable securities of $1.6 billion ?YTD net bookings of 16.7 GWDC; 11.9 GWDC since prior earnings call ?Record expected module shipment backlog of over 35 GWDC ?Reiterated full year 2022 guidance TEMPE, Ariz., Apri

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

DEFA14A 1 april2022proxymaterials202.htm FORM DEFA14A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant þ Filed by a party other than the Registrant ¨ Check the appropriate box: ¨ Preliminary Proxy Statement ¨ Confidential, for Use of the Comm

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 March 29, 2022 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Nu

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K (Mark one) ? ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021 or ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-33156 First Solar, I

FIRST SOLAR, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (In thousands, except share data) December 31, 2021 2020 ASSETS Current assets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 1,450,654 $ 1,227,002 Marketable securities 375,389 520,066 Accounts receivable

EX-99.1 2 ex991pressreleaseq4-2021fi.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 EXHIBIT 99.1 News Release First Solar, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2021 Financial Results and 2022 Guidance •Net sales of $2.9 billion for 2021 and $0.9 billion for the fourth quarter •Net income per diluted share of $4.38 for 2021 and $1.23 for the fourth quarter •Year-end 2021 cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash, and marke

Form of Cash Incentive Award Agreement

EXHIBIT 10.35 Form Cash-010 CASH INCENTIVE AWARD AGREEMENT under the FIRST SOLAR, INC. 2020 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN, between First Solar, Inc. (the ?Company?), a Delaware corporation, and the individual (the ?Participant?) set forth on the Grant Notice which incorporates this Form Cash-010 by reference. This Cash Incentive Award Agreement including any addendum hereto and the Grant Not

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 March 1, 2022 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Num

Form of RSU Award Agreement

EXHIBIT 10.32 Form RSU-013 RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AWARD AGREEMENT under the FIRST SOLAR, INC. 2020 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN, between First Solar, Inc. (the ?Company?), a Delaware corporation, and the individual (the ?Participant?) set forth on the Grant Notice which incorporates this Form RSU-013 by reference. This Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement including any addendum hereto and t

List of Subsidiaries of First Solar, Inc.

EXHIBIT 21.1 SUBSIDIARIES OF FIRST SOLAR, INC. Name Jurisdiction First Solar Electric, LLC United States First Solar Electric (California), Inc. United States First Solar Development, LLC United States First Solar FE Holdings Pte. Ltd. Singapore First Solar Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. Malaysia First Solar Holdings GmbH Germany First Solar Manufacturing GmbH Germany First Solar GmbH Germany First Solar Viet

Form of Performance Unit Award Agreement - Form Perf Unit-013

EXHIBIT 10.31 Form Perf Unit-013 PERFORMANCE UNIT AWARD AGREEMENT under the FIRST SOLAR, INC. 2020 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN, between First Solar, Inc. (the ?Company?), a Delaware corporation, and the individual (the ?Participant?) set forth on the Grant Notice which incorporates this Form Perf Unit-013 by reference. This Performance Unit Award Agreement including any addendum or exhibit

Form of Option Award Agreement

EXHIBIT 10.33 Form OPT-012 OPTION AWARD AGREEMENT under the FIRST SOLAR, INC. 2020 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN, between First Solar, Inc. (the ?Company?), a Delaware corporation, and the individual (the ?Participant?) set forth on the Grant Notice which incorporates this Form OPT-012 by reference. This Option Award Agreement including any addendum hereto and the Grant Notice (collectively,

Form of Share Award Agreement

EXHIBIT 10.34 Form Share Award-012 SHARE AWARD AGREEMENT under the FIRST SOLAR, INC. 2020 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN, between First Solar, Inc. (the ?Company?), a Delaware corporation, and the individual (the ?Participant?) set forth on the Grant Notice which incorporates this Form Share Award-012 by reference. This Share Award Agreement including any addendum hereto and the Grant Notice

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 February 16, 2022 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

FSLR / First Solar, Inc. / VANGUARD GROUP INC - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 8)* Name of issuer: First Solar Inc. Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 336433107 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 31, 2021 Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed: ☒ Ru

FSLR / First Solar, Inc. / WELLINGTON MANAGEMENT GROUP LLP - SEC SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 2 )* FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 336433107 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2021 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Sche

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark one) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2021 or ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-33156 First

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 November 4, 2021 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

FIRST SOLAR, INC. CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (In thousands, except share data) (Unaudited) September 30, 2021 December 31, 2020 ASSETS Current assets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 1,367,464 $ 1,227,002 Marketable securities (amortized cost

EXHIBIT 99.1 News Release First Solar, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2021 Financial Results ?Net sales of $584 million ?Net income per diluted share of $0.42 ?Cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash, and marketable securities of $1.9 billion ?Third quarter production of 2.0 GWDC despite challenging freight and COVID-19 environment ?Increased top production bin to 465 watts, representing 19% glass a

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark one) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2021 or ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-33156 First Sola

Form of Grant Notice for 2021-2023 Executive Performance Equity Plan

EX-10.1 2 ex101formof2021-2023epepgr.htm EXHIBIT 10.1 EXHIBIT 10.1 Executive Performance Equity Plan GRANT NOTICE This Grant Notice sets forth the economic terms of a Performance Unit Award granted under the First Solar, Inc. 2020 Omnibus Incentive Compensation Plan (the “Plan”). This Grant Notice, together with the Performance Unit Award Agreement Form Perf Unit-012 (“Performance Unit Award Agree

FIRST SOLAR, INC. CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (In thousands, except share data) (Unaudited) June 30, 2021 December 31, 2020 ASSETS Current assets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 1,346,888 $ 1,227,002 Marketable securities (amortized cost of $4

EX-99.1 2 aex991pressreleaseq2x2021.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 EXHIBIT 99.1 News Release First Solar, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2021 Financial Results •Net sales of $629 million •Net income per share of $0.77 •Cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash, and marketable securities of $2.1 billion •YTD net bookings of 9.0 GWDC; 4.1 GWDC since prior earnings call •Started site preparation for previously announ

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 July 29, 2021 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Num

Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 July 22, 2021 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Num

Amended and Restated Bylaws of First Solar, Inc. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to First Solar, Inc.’s Form 8-K filed on July 23, 2021)

EXHIBIT 3.1 BYLAWS OF FIRST SOLAR, INC. (hereinafter called the ?Corporation?) AMENDED AND RESTATED AS OF July 22, 2021 ARTICLE I Meetings of Stockholders Section 1.Place of Meetings. Meetings of the stockholders shall be held at such time and place, either within or without the State of Delaware, as shall be designated from time to time by the Board of Directors of the Corporation (the ?Board of

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 July 15, 2021 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Num

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EXHIBIT 99.1 Media Release First Solar Appoints Anita Marangoly George to Board of Directors TEMPE, Ariz., July 19, 2021 ? First Solar, Inc. (Nasdaq: FSLR) has appointed Anita Marangoly George, a senior executive with almost four decades of diverse global experience in institutional finance and sustainable infrastructure investing, to its board of directors, effective July 15, 2021. Ms. George wil

Termination of a Material Definitive Agreement

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 June 30, 2021 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Num

Conflict Minerals Report of First Solar, Inc.

EXHIBIT 1.01 Conflict Minerals Report of First Solar, Inc. For the Year Ended December 31, 2020 Introduction First Solar, Inc., together with its consolidated subsidiaries (?First Solar,? ?the Company,? ?we,? ?us,? and ?our?), has prepared this Conflict Minerals Report pursuant to Rule 13p-1 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the requirements of Form SD (collectively, ?the

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD SPECIALIZED DISCLOSURE REPORT FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incor

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD SPECIALIZED DISCLOSURE REPORT FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.) 350 West Washington Street Suite 600 Tempe, Arizona 85281 (Addres

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 May 12, 2021 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Numb

Quarterly Report - FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark one) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2021 or ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-33156 First Sol

Purchase and Sale Agreement, dated January 24, 2021, by and among Leeward Renewable Energy Development, LLC, First Solar Electric, LLC, and First Solar, Inc.

EX-10.1 2 ex101purchaseandsaleagreem.htm EXHIBIT 10.1 EXHIBIT 10.1 EXECUTION VERSION CERTAIN IDENTIFIED INFORMATION HAS BEEN EXCLUDED FROM THE EXHIBIT BECAUSE IT IS BOTH NOT MATERIAL AND IS THE TYPE THAT THE REGISTRANT TREATS AS PRIVATE OR CONFIDENTIAL. REDACTED INFORMATION IS INDICATED BY [***]. PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT by and among LEEWARD RENEWABLE ENERGY DEVELOPMENT, LLC, FIRST SOLAR ELECTR

FIRST SOLAR, INC. CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (In thousands, except share data) March 31, 2021 December 31, 2020 ASSETS Current assets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 972,879 $ 1,227,002 Marketable securities (amortized cost of $562,880 and $5

EXHIBIT 99.1 News Release First Solar, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2021 Financial Results ?Net sales of $803 million ?Net income per share of $1.96 ?Cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash, and marketable securities of $1.8 billion ?YTD net bookings of 4.8 GWDC; 2.9 GWDC since prior earnings call ?Nameplate manufacturing capacity increased to 7.9 GWDC; top production bin of 455 watts ?Completed s

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 April 29, 2021 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Nu

- FORM DEF 14A

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ? Defi

- FORM DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ? Definitive Proxy State

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EX-99.1 2 aex991pressreleaseapptofof.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 EXHIBIT 99.1 Media Release First Solar Appoints Kathryn A. Hollister to Board of Directors TEMPE, Ariz., March 19, 2021 – First Solar, Inc. (Nasdaq: FSLR) has appointed Kathryn A. “Katy” Hollister, a seasoned global leader and financial expert with nearly four decades of leadership experience at Deloitte Tax LLP and its affiliates, to its board

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 March 18, 2021 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Nu

List of Subsidiaries of First Solar, Inc.

EXHIBIT 21.1 SUBSIDIARIES OF FIRST SOLAR, INC. Name Jurisdiction First Solar Electric, LLC United States First Solar Electric (California), Inc. United States First Solar Development, LLC United States First Solar Asset Management, LLC United States First Solar FE Holdings Pte Ltd Singapore First Solar Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. Malaysia First Solar Holdings GmbH Germany First Solar Manufacturing GmbH Ger

Certification of Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

EXHIBIT 32.01 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER AND CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Annual Report on Form 10-K of First Solar, Inc., a Delaware corporation, for the period ended December 31, 2020, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, each of the undersigne

Certification of Chief Executive Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) and 15d-14(a), as amended

EXHIBIT 31.01 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER PURSUANT TO 15 U.S.C. SECTION 7241, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 I, Mark R. Widmar, certify that: (1)I have reviewed the Annual Report on Form 10-K of First Solar, Inc., a Delaware corporation, for the period ended December 31, 2020, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission; (2)Based on my kn

Form of Performance Unit Award Agreement - Form Perf Unit-011

EXHIBIT 10.47 Form Perf Unit-011 Performance Unit Award Agreement under the First Solar, Inc. 2020 Omnibus Incentive Compensation Plan, between First Solar, Inc. (the ?Company?), a Delaware corporation, and the individual (the ?Participant?) set forth on the Grant Notice which incorporates this Form Perf Unit-011 by reference. This Performance Share Unit Award Agreement including any addendum or e

Annual Report - FORM 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K (Mark one) ? ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2020 or ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-33156 First Solar, I

First Amendment to Employment Agreement, effective as of January 8, 2021 between First Solar, Inc. and Markus Gloeckler

EXHIBIT 10.46 FIRST AMENDMENT TO EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This First Amendment to the Employment Agreement by and between Markus Gloeckler (?Employee?) and First Solar, Inc. (?Employer?). The sole purpose of this First Amendment is to accurately reflect Employee?s title. All other provisions of the Employment Agreement dated August 10, 2020 (the ?Agreement?) shall remain in full force and effect. Empl

Form of Option Award Agreement

EXHIBIT 10.50 Form OPT-011 OPTION AWARD AGREEMENT under the FIRST SOLAR, INC. 2020 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN, between First Solar, Inc. (the ?Company?), a Delaware corporation, and the individual (the ?Participant?) set forth on the Grant Notice which incorporates this Form OPT-011 by reference. This Option Award Agreement including any addendum hereto and the Grant Notice (collectively,

Form of Cash Incentive Award Agreement

EXHIBIT 10.52 Form Cash-009 CASH INCENTIVE Award Agreement under the First Solar, Inc. 2020 Omnibus Incentive Compensation Plan, between First Solar, Inc. (the ?Company?), a Delaware corporation, and the individual (the ?Participant?) set forth on the Grant Notice which incorporates this Form Cash-009 by reference. This Cash Incentive Award Agreement including any addendum hereto and the Grant Not

Form of Performance Unit Award Agreement - Form Perf Unit-012

EXHIBIT 10.48 Form Perf Unit-012 Performance Unit Award Agreement under the First Solar, Inc. 2020 Omnibus Incentive Compensation Plan, between First Solar, Inc. (the ?Company?), a Delaware corporation, and the individual (the ?Participant?) set forth on the Grant Notice which incorporates this Form Perf Unit-012 by reference. This Performance Unit Award Agreement including any addendum or exhibit

Certification of Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) and 15d-14(a), as amended

EXHIBIT 31.02 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER PURSUANT TO 15 U.S.C. SECTION 7241, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 I, Alexander R. Bradley, certify that: (1)I have reviewed the Annual Report on Form 10-K of First Solar, Inc., a Delaware corporation, for the period ended December 31, 2020, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission; (2)Based on

Form of RSU Award Agreement

EX-10.49 5 ex1049formofrsuawardagreem.htm EXHIBIT 10.49 EXHIBIT 10.49 Form RSU-012 RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AWARD AGREEMENT under the FIRST SOLAR, INC. 2020 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN, between First Solar, Inc. (the “Company”), a Delaware corporation, and the individual (the “Participant”) set forth on the Grant Notice which incorporates this Form RSU-012 by reference. This Restricted Stock

Form of Share Award Agreement

EX-10.51 7 ex1051formofshareawardagre.htm EXHIBIT 10.51 EXHIBIT 10.51 Form Share Award-011 SHARE AWARD AGREEMENT under the FIRST SOLAR, INC. 2020 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN, between First Solar, Inc. (the “Company”), a Delaware corporation, and the individual (the “Participant”) set forth on the Grant Notice which incorporates this Form Share Award-011 by reference. This Share Award Agree

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 February 25, 2021 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

FIRST SOLAR, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (In thousands, except share data) December 31, 2020 2019 ASSETS Current assets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 1,227,002 $ 1,352,741 Marketable securities (amortized cost of $519,844 and all

EXHIBIT 99.1 News Release First Solar, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2020 Financial Results and 2021 Guidance ?Net sales of $2.7 billion for 2020 and $0.6 billion for the fourth quarter ?Net income per share of $3.73 for 2020 and $1.08 for the fourth quarter ?Year-end 2020 cash, restricted cash, and marketable securities of $1.8 billion; net cash of $1.5 billion ?5.5 GWDC of 2020 net

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 7)*

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 7)* Name of issuer: First Solar Inc. Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 336433107 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 31, 2020 Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed: ☒ Ru

SCHEDULE 13G

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1 )* FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 336433107 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2020 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Sche

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits - FORM 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 January 24, 2021 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

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EX-99.1 2 a8-kex991pressreleasejan21.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 EXHIBIT 99.1 Media Release First Solar Signs Definitive Agreement to Sell US Development Platform to Leeward Acquisition comprises 1.8 GWDC of First Solar modules of which 744 MWDC represent new bookings DALLAS, Tx./TEMPE, Ariz., January 25, 2021 – First Solar, Inc. (Nasdaq: FSLR) today announced that it has entered into a Purchase and Sale Agr

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D (Amendment No. 4) Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Solar, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common stock (Title of Class of Securities) (CUSIP Number) Lukas T. Wa

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D (Amendment No. 4) Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Solar, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common stock (Title of Class of Securities) 336433107 (CUSIP Number) Lukas T. Walton In care of: Shilpi Gupta, Esq. Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP 155 N. Wacker Drive Chicago, Illinois 60606 (312) 407-0700 (Nam

Regulation FD Disclosure - FORM 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 December 14, 2020 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

- FORM S-8 POS

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on December 15, 2020 Registration No.

FSLR / First Solar, Inc. / Walton Lukas T - SCHEDULE 13D, AMENDMENT NO. 3 Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D (Amendment No. 3) Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Solar, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common stock (Title of Class of Securities) 336433107 (CUSIP Number) Lukas T. Walton In care of: Shilpi Gupta, Esq. Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP 155 N. Wacker Drive Chicago, Illinois 60606 (312) 407-0700 (Nam

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers - FORM 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 November 5, 2020 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA MARICOPA COUNTY

EX-99.1 2 aex991noticeofproposed.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA MARICOPA COUNTY MARY KAUFOLD, Derivatively on Behalf of Nominal Defendant FIRST SOLAR, INC., Plaintiff, v. MICHAEL J. AHERN; ROBERT K. GILLETTE, MARK R. WIDMAR, JENS MEYERHOFF, JAMES ZHU, BRUCE SOHN, DAVID EAGLESHAM, CRAIG KENNEDY, JAMES F. NOLAN, WILLIAM J. POST, J. THOMAS PRESBY, PAUL H. STEBBINS, MICHAEL SWEENEY, JOSE H

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 November 6, 2020 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC 1585 Broadway New York, NY 10036

Exhibit E Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC 1585 Broadway New York, NY 10036 October 29, 2020 Lukas T. Walton 1341 West Fullerton Avenue P.O. Box 220 Chicago, Illinois 60614 Re: First Solar, Inc. – Lock-up Waiver Dear Mr. Walton: Reference is made to the Lock-up Agreement (the “Agreement”; capitalized terms used herein and not otherwise defined shall have the meanings assigned in the Agreement), dated as o

FSLR / First Solar, Inc. / Walton Lukas T - SCHEDULE 13D, AMENDMENT NO. 2 Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D (Amendment No. 2) Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Solar, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common stock (Title of Class of Securities) 336433107 (CUSIP Number) Lukas T. Walton In care of: Shilpi Gupta, Esq. Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP 155 N. Wacker Drive Chicago, Illinois 60606 (312) 407-0700 (Nam

Employment Agreement, First Amendment to Employment Agreement, Change In Control Severance Agreement, Confidentiality and Intellectual Property Agreement, and Non-Competition and Non-Solicitation Agreement, effective as of August 10, 2020 between First Solar, Inc. and Kuntal Kumar Verma

EX-10.6 7 ex106employmentagreeme.htm EXHIBIT 10.6 EXHIBIT 10.6 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This Employment Agreement (this “Agreement”) is made by and between First Solar, Inc., a Delaware corporation having its principal office at 350 West Washington Street, Suite 600, Tempe, Arizona 85281 (hereinafter, “Employer”) and Kuntal Kumar Verma (hereinafter, “Employee”), and is effective as of August 10, 2020

Employment Agreement, Change In Control Severance Agreement, Confidentiality and Intellectual Property Agreement, and Non-Competition and Non-Solicitation Agreement, effective as of August 10, 2020 between First Solar, Inc. and Markus Gloeckler

EX-10.3 4 ex103employmentagreeme.htm EXHIBIT 10.3 EXHIBIT 10.3 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This Employment Agreement (this “Agreement”) is made by and between First Solar, Inc., a Delaware corporation having its principal office at 350 West Washington Street, Suite 600, Tempe, Arizona 85281 (hereinafter, “Employer”) and Markus Gloeckler (hereinafter, “Employee”), and is effective as of August 10, 2020 (t

Employment Agreement, Change In Control Severance Agreement, Confidentiality and Intellectual Property Agreement, and Non-Competition and Non-Solicitation Agreement, effective as of August 10, 2020 between First Solar, Inc. and Jason Dymbort

EX-10.2 3 ex102employmentagreeme.htm EXHIBIT 10.2 EXHIBIT 10.2 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This Employment Agreement (this “Agreement”) is made by and between First Solar, Inc., a Delaware corporation having its principal office at 350 West Washington Street, Suite 600, Tempe, Arizona 85281 (hereinafter, “Employer”) and Jason Dymbort (hereinafter, “Employee”), and is effective as of August 10, 2020 (the

Quarterly Report - FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark one) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2020 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-33156 First

Employment Agreement, First Amendment to Employment Agreement, Change In Control Severance Agreement, Confidentiality and Intellectual Property Agreement, and Non-Competition and Non-Solicitation Agreement, effective as of August 10, 2020 between First Solar, Inc. and Michael Koralewski

EX-10.4 5 ex104employmentagreeme.htm EXHIBIT 10.4 EXHIBIT 10.4 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This Employment Agreement (this “Agreement”) is made by and between First Solar, Inc., a Delaware corporation having its principal office at 350 West Washington Street, Suite 600, Tempe, Arizona 85281 (hereinafter, “Employer”) and Michael Koralewski (hereinafter, “Employee”), and is effective as of August 10, 2020

Certification of Chief Financial Officer pursuant to 15 U.S.C. Section 7241, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

EXHIBIT 31.02 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER PURSUANT TO 15 U.S.C. SECTION 7241, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 I, Alexander R. Bradley, certify that: (1)I have reviewed the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of First Solar, Inc., a Delaware corporation, for the period ended September 30, 2020, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission; (2)Base

Employment Agreement, First Amendment to Employment Agreement, Change In Control Severance Agreement, Confidentiality and Intellectual Property Agreement, and Non-Competition and Non-Solicitation Agreement, effective as of August 10, 2020 between First Solar, Inc. and Patrick Buehler

EX-10.1 2 ex101employmentagreeme.htm EXHIBIT 10.1 EXHIBIT 10.1 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This Employment Agreement (this “Agreement”) is made by and between First Solar, Inc., a Delaware corporation having its principal office at 350 West Washington Street, Suite 600, Tempe, Arizona 85281 (hereinafter, “Employer”) and Patrick Buehler (hereinafter, “Employee”), and is effective as of August 10, 2020 (th

Certification of Chief Executive Officer pursuant to 15 U.S.C. Section 7241, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

EXHIBIT 31.01 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER PURSUANT TO 15 U.S.C. SECTION 7241, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 I, Mark R. Widmar, certify that: (1)I have reviewed the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of First Solar, Inc., a Delaware corporation, for the period ended September 30, 2020, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission; (2)Based on m

First Amendment to Employment Agreement, effective as of October 8, 2020 between First Solar, Inc. and Caroline Stockdale

EX-10.5 6 ex105firstamendmenttoe.htm EXHIBIT 10.5 EXHIBIT 10.5 FIRST AMENDMENT TO EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This First Amendment to the Employment Agreement by and between Caroline Stockdale (“Employee”) and First Solar, Inc. (“Employer”). The sole purpose of this First Amendment is to accurately reflect Employee’s title. All other provisions of the Employment Agreement dated October 7, 2019 (the “Agre

Certification of Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

EXHIBIT 32.01 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER AND CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of First Solar, Inc., a Delaware corporation, for the period ended September 30, 2020, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, each of the unders

FIRST SOLAR, INC. CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (In thousands, except share data) September 30, 2020 December 31, 2019 ASSETS Current assets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 1,277,054 $ 1,352,741 Marketable securities (amortized cost of $353,413

EXHIBIT 99.1 News Release First Solar, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2020 Financial Results •Net sales of $928 million •Net income per share of $1.45 •Cash, restricted cash, and marketable securities of $1.7 billion, net cash of $1.4 billion •1.6 GWDC of bookings since prior earnings call •Strong fleet-wide production with capacity utilization averaging over 100% at all factories •Reinstate financi

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition - FORM 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 October 27, 2020 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

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EXHIBIT 99.1 News Release First Solar Announces Pricing of Secondary Offering of Common Stock •First Solar will not receive any proceeds from stockholder’s sale of shares TEMPE, Ariz., September 17, 2020 – First Solar, Inc. (Nasdaq: FSLR) (“First Solar” or the “Company”) today announced the pricing of its previously announced registered secondary offering of 8,649,074 shares, or approximately 8.2%

ACKNOWLEDGMENT AND REAFFIRMATION AGREEMENT

Exhibit C ACKNOWLEDGMENT AND REAFFIRMATION AGREEMENT This Acknowledgement and Reaffirmation Agreement (this “Agreement”) relating to the Registration Rights Agreement (as defined below) and the Joinder (as defined below), is made as of September 15, 2020, between First Solar, Inc.

Underwriting Agreement, dated September 16, 2020, among First Solar, Inc., Lukas T. Walton

EX-1.1 2 a8-kex11underwritingag.htm EXHIBIT 1.1 EXHIBIT 1.1 Execution Version FIRST SOLAR, INC. Shares of Common Stock Underwriting Agreement September 16, 2020 Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC As Representative of the several Underwriters listed in Schedule 1 hereto Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC 1585 Broadway New York, NY 10036 Ladies and Gentlemen: Certain stockholders of First Solar, Inc., a Delaware corpor

FSLR / First Solar, Inc. / Walton Lukas T - SCHEDULE 13D, AMENDMENT NO. 1 Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D (Amendment No. 1) Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Solar, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common stock (Title of Class of Securities) 336433107 (CUSIP Number) Lukas T. Walton In care of: Shilpi Gupta, Esq. Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP 155 N. Wacker Drive Chicago, Illinois 60606 (312) 407-0700 (Nam

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 September 16, 2020 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, IN

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 September 16, 2020 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fil

8,649,074 Shares FIRST SOLAR, INC. Common Stock

Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(2) Registration No. 333-248842 Prospectus Supplement (to Prospectus dated September 16, 2020) 8,649,074 Shares FIRST SOLAR, INC. Common Stock Lukas T. Walton (the “selling stockholder”) is offering 8,649,074 shares of our common stock, par value $0.001 per share (the “Common Stock”), under this prospectus supplement. We will not receive any proceeds from the sale of t

Subject to Completion, dated September 16, 2020

The information in this preliminary prospectus supplement is not complete and may be changed.

News Release

FREE WRITING PROSPECTUS FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 433 REGISTRATION STATEMENT NO. 333-248842 September 16, 2020 News Release First Solar Announces Secondary Offering of Common Stock •Stockholder to sell and donate a portion of shares •First Solar will not receive any proceeds from stockholder’s sale of shares TEMPE, Ariz., September 16, 2020 – First Solar, Inc. (Nasdaq: FSLR) (“First Solar” or the “Co

- FORM S-3ASR

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 16, 2020 Registration No.

Certification of Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

EXHIBIT 32.01 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER AND CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of First Solar, Inc., a Delaware corporation, for the period ended June 30, 2020, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, each of the undersigned

Certification of Chief Executive Officer pursuant to 15 U.S.C. Section 7241, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

EXHIBIT 31.01 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER PURSUANT TO 15 U.S.C. SECTION 7241, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 I, Mark R. Widmar, certify that: (1)I have reviewed the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of First Solar, Inc., a Delaware corporation, for the period ended June 30, 2020, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission; (2)Based on my kno

Certification of Chief Financial Officer pursuant to 15 U.S.C. Section 7241, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

EXHIBIT 31.02 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER PURSUANT TO 15 U.S.C. SECTION 7241, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 I, Alexander R. Bradley, certify that: (1)I have reviewed the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of First Solar, Inc., a Delaware corporation, for the period ended June 30, 2020, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission; (2)Based on

Quarterly Report - FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark one) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2020 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-33156 First Sola

FIRST SOLAR, INC. CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (In thousands, except share data) June 30, 2020 December 31, 2019 ASSETS Current assets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 1,052,700 $ 1,352,741 Marketable securities (amortized cost of $494,000 and a

EX-99.1 2 a8-kex991pressreleaseq.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 EXHIBIT 99.1 News Release First Solar, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2020 Financial Results •Net sales of $642 million •Net income per share of $0.35 •Cash, restricted cash, and marketable securities of $1.6 billion, net cash of $1.2 billion •0.8 GWDC of bookings since prior earnings call, including 0.5 GWDC of systems bookings •Strong Series 6 Pro

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 August 6, 2020 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Nu

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EXHIBIT 99.1 News Release Tymen deJong, First Solar’s Chief Operating Officer, to Retire First Solar Announces Senior Leadership Changes TEMPE, Ariz., July 29, 2020 – First Solar, Inc. (Nasdaq: FSLR) today announced that Philip Tymen deJong, Chief Operating Officer (COO), has decided to retire from the Company, effective April 2021. In addition, First Solar announced a series of senior leadership

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 July 23, 2020 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Num

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As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 28, 2020 Registration No.

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As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 28, 2020 Registration No.

FSLR / First Solar, Inc. / Wellington Management Group LLP - SEC SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )* FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 336433107 (CUSIP Number) June 30, 2020 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule i

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 June 3, 2020 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Numb

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD SPECIALIZED DISCLOSURE REPORT FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.) 350 West Washington Street Suite 600 Tempe, Arizona 85281 (Addres

Conflict Minerals Report of First Solar, Inc. For the Year Ended December 31, 2019

EX-1.01 2 ex101conflictmineralsrepor.htm EXHIBIT 1.01 EXHIBIT 1.01 Conflict Minerals Report of First Solar, Inc. For the Year Ended December 31, 2019 Introduction First Solar, Inc., together with its consolidated subsidiaries (“First Solar,” “the Company,” “we,” “us,” and “our”), has prepared this Conflict Minerals Report pursuant to Rule 13p-1 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 May 13, 2020 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Numb

Form of Grant Notice for 2020-2022 Executive Performance Equity Plan

EX-10.1 2 ex1012020-2022epepgran.htm EXHIBIT 10.1 EXHIBIT 10.1 Executive Performance Equity Plan GRANT NOTICE This Grant Notice sets forth the economic terms of a Performance Unit Award granted under the First Solar, Inc. 2015 Omnibus Incentive Compensation Plan (the “Plan”). This Grant Notice, together with the Performance Unit Award Agreement Form Perf Unit-010 (“Performance Unit Award Agreement

Certification of Chief Financial Officer pursuant to 15 U.S.C. Section 7241, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

EXHIBIT 31.02 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER PURSUANT TO 15 U.S.C. SECTION 7241, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 I, Alexander R. Bradley, certify that: (1)I have reviewed the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of First Solar, Inc., a Delaware corporation, for the period ended March 31, 2020, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission; (2)Based on

Certification of Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

EXHIBIT 32.01 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER AND CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of First Solar, Inc., a Delaware corporation, for the period ended March 31, 2020, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, each of the undersigne

Certification of Chief Executive Officer pursuant to 15 U.S.C. Section 7241, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

EXHIBIT 31.01 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER PURSUANT TO 15 U.S.C. SECTION 7241, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 I, Mark R. Widmar, certify that: (1)I have reviewed the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of First Solar, Inc., a Delaware corporation, for the period ended March 31, 2020, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission; (2)Based on my kn

Quarterly Report - FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark one) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2020 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-33156 First Sol

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 May 7, 2020 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) FIRST SOLAR, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33156 20-4623678 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Numbe