Korean PV sector anticipates sales increase

South Korean makers of solar energy materials are expected to see their sales nearly double this year amid aggressive corporate investment.

Considered a new growth sector, exports are also expected to surge.

The Korea Photovoltaic Industry Association projected  he combined revenue of Korean manufacturers of polysilicon, wafers, solar cells and modules are projected to reach 10.4 trillion won or US$9.5 billion this year, compared with 5.9 trillion in 2010.