Wolfspeed

Wolfspeed, Inc. is a prominent American semiconductor company based in Durham, North Carolina. Founded in 1987, the company specializes in wide-bandgap materials, particularly silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN). Wolfspeed develops and manufactures a range of products, including bare and epitaxial wafers, as well as power devices like Schottky diodes, MOSFETs, and power modules. These products are essential for high-efficiency applications in electric vehicles, renewable energy systems, and industrial power supplies. The company has made significant investments to enhance its manufacturing capabilities, including a $1 billion silicon carbide fabrication facility in New York and plans for a $5 billion campus in North Carolina. Wolfspeed serves a diverse customer base across various industries, focusing on sustainable energy consumption and efficient power management through its advanced semiconductor technologies. With approximately 3,400 employees, Wolfspeed is recognized for its leadership in silicon carbide technology and its role in supporting the electrification of transportation and renewable energy sectors.