Biography
Lin Jianhua, a prominent figure in the solar panel components industry, currently holds the position of chairman at Hangzhou First Applied Material. His estimated net worth is $4.2 billion. Born in 1955, Lin's career began at a state-owned fertilizer factory before transitioning into entrepreneurship, co-founding Hangzhou First Applied Material Co., Ltd. in 2003 with his wife, Zhang Hong. Lin's source of wealth stems from his involvement in the solar panel components sector, with Hangzhou First Applied Material specializing in packaging films and other products for the solar power industry. Lin's career also includes extensive experience in academia, having served as president of Peking University (2015-2018), Zhejiang University, and Chongqing University. He is a respected leader in the manufacturing industry and Chinese higher education.
