ESMC is a new organization representing the interests of the European PV manufacturing industry, from materials and module manufacturers to equipment providers and R&D institutions. It is based on key industrial companies rooted in Europe and established organizations active in the PV sector. It aims at promoting the interest of the European PV manufacturing industry and its entire value chain. The European Solar Manufacturing Council (ESMC) has been initiated in 2019 and 30 manufacturing companies and institutions are already on board.