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Area Development - Site Selection, Facility Planning and Workforce Development

Solarix Plans Forest, Virginia, Solar Module Operations

08/04/2024
Solar manufacturer Solarix plans to establish operations in Forest, Virginia. The $63 million project is expected to create 104 jobs in Bedford County.

The new solar module manufacturing facility will be located in the former TEVA Pharmaceutical building. Production is scheduled to begin by July 2025.

“As a 100% American-owned and managed company, we are immensely proud to contribute to our nation’s energy independence,” said Carlos Class, CEO and co-founder of Solarix. “By reclaiming control of our supply chain from foreign manufacturers, we are safeguarding our electric grid infrastructure, ensuring its resilience for decades to come. This is not just a business endeavor; it is a commitment to U.S. national security and a sustainable future.”

Solarix is a solar energy firm that is dedicated to manufacturing clean energy solutions for the U.S. and international markets. The company serves the residential, commercial, and utility sectors.

“The partners and investors were familiar with Virginia,” noted Megan Lucas, CEO and chief economic development officer of Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance. “They were also looking for a building of this size, a large existing manufacturing facility, and that’s what brought their eyes to our market.”

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