Li Zhenguo
Li Zhenguo | |
|---|---|
| Born | January 5, 1968 |
| Nationality | Chinese |
| Occupation(s) | Entrepreneur, Businessman |
| Known for | Founder and president of LONGi Green Energy Technology |
Li Zhenguo (born 5 January 1968) is a Chinese entrepreneur and billionaire, recognized as the founder and current president of LONGi Green Energy Technology, a prominent producer of photovoltaic solar modules.
Following his graduation from Lanzhou University, Li began his career at Huashan Semiconductor Materials Factory. He subsequently took on managerial positions at Shanxi Wenxi Xinda Electronic Parts Factory, the crystal base affiliated with Xi'an University of Technology, and Xi'an Lijing Electronic Technology Co., Ltd. In 2000, together with his classmates and spouse Li Xiyan, he established LONGi. The company initially specialized in recycled silicon materials but later transitioned to manufacturing solar products, evolving into the largest global producer of monocrystalline silicon solar panels.
By 2021, LONGi revealed intentions to broaden its manufacturing footprint internationally, planning new facilities in India, Saudi Arabia, and the United States. These expansions are intended to supplement its existing production sites located in China, Malaysia, and Vietnam. The enterprise currently has a workforce numbering in the thousands worldwide.
As reported in 2022, Li Zhenguo and his family were positioned 142nd on the Forbes Billionaires List, with an estimated net worth of $12.9 billion.