SolarEdge Technologies, Inc., a global leader in smart energy technology, has announced the expansion of its U.S. manufacturing operations with the ramp-up of a new facility in Salt Lake City, Utah.
This news comes as part of the company’s effort to strengthen its domestic supply chain and to support U.S. energy independence. The Utah site began manufacturing and shipping the SolarEdge ‘USA Edition’ Home Battery in the first quarter of the year.
This milestone highlights SolarEdge’s commitment to producing advanced energy storage solutions on American soil for the growing U.S market.
More than 2,000 New Jobs Created
The establishment of the Salt Lake City manufacturing site is expected to generate over 2,000 new jobs across SolarEdge’s U.S. facilities. The Utah plant joins prior manufacturing sites announced in Florida and Texas and further expands the company’s domestic footprint.
These new jobs are largely high-skill manufacturing positions, which not only bolster local economies but also contribute to the larger national mission to bring American industry back to life.
SolarEdge’s investment in U.S. manufacturing reflects a long-term commitment to building a robust, skilled workforce in the clean energy sector.
Supporting U.S. Energy Independence
SolarEdge is looking to significantly contribute to U.S. energy independence through increased domestic production. The company has announced it is resuming production of its full range of residential inverters, power optimizers, and batteries locally, aiming to minimize its dependence on foreign supply chains.
This not only secures stability in supply chains but also supports our national interests in building resilience into America’s energy infrastructure.
The Salt Lake City facility plays a pivotal role in this strategy, which helps SolarEdge provide American-made products that contribute to the nation’s transition to clean power.
Meeting Domestic Content Requirements
The new manufacturing site in Utah is ideally located to assist SolarEdge customers in meeting local content requirements for solar-plus-storage installations.
The SolarEdge Home Battery manufactured at this facility features a dedicated SKU, simplifying tracking and compliance with these regulations. This is particularly important as federal and state incentives increasingly favor products made in the United States.
The company’s commitment to domestic production allows installers and project developers to be eligible for such incentives, providing them with a competitive edge when selling SolarEdge products in the United States.
Advanced Energy Storage Solutions
SolarEdge’s Home Battery, currently manufactured at its facility in Salt Lake City, is a high-capacity energy storage system designed to work both individually and as a combined solution with the Company’s already established inverters and power optimizers.
The advanced battery solution can be used in a variety of solar-plus-storage applications for homeowners, third-party owners (TPOs), and commercial operators. The battery is designed to maximize energy savings and meet domestic content requirements.
Strengthening America’s Clean Energy Infrastructure
The increased manufacturing capacity in the United States assists the development of America’s clean energy infrastructure.
By manufacturing key components such as inverters, power optimizers, and batteries in the U.S. supports the country’s efforts to avoid dependence on foreign energy sources.
These investments are essential to satisfying the increasing demand for clean solutions, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and securing the country’s energy future.
Legislative Support and Local Impact
U.S. Representative Celeste Maly (R-Utah-2) has expressed strong support for SolarEdge’s investment in Utah, highlighting the state’s leadership in advancing energy solutions.
The presence of a major manufacturing facility in Utah’s 2nd Congressional District is seen as evidence of the state’s proactive role in the national clean energy movement.
Local leaders and policymakers recognize the positive economic and environmental impacts of SolarEdge’s expansion, including job creation, technological innovation, and increased energy security.
Leveraging Energy Tax Credits
Some of SolarEdge’s capacity to extend its U.S. manufacturing is thanks to federal energy tax credits, which have made it financially viable to onshore production.
These incentives have allowed the company to develop domestic plants and help build the necessary critical energy infrastructure to accommodate the growing demand for U.S. energy.
Company executives have stressed the need to keep such tax credits in place, and they have lobbied lawmakers to persist in backing policies that encourage domestic manufacturing and foster the expansion of America’s clean energy sector.
Commitment to Quality and Supply Chain Stability
The expansion of SolarEdge’s U.S. manufacturing operations is also intended to enhance product quality and supply chain reliability.
By producing technology closer to the end market, the company can offer shorter lead times and greater supply chain stability.
This commitment to quality and reliability is at the core of SolarEdge’s promise to its customers, ensuring that they receive high-performance, American-made energy solutions that meet stringent standards for safety and performance.
SolarEdge’s Role in the Smart Energy Market
SolarEdge continues to be a global innovator in smart energy solutions, leveraging advanced engineering and a focus on innovation to drive progress in the sector. The company’s intelligent inverter technology has transformed the way power is harvested and managed in photovoltaic systems.
With a comprehensive portfolio that includes PV, storage, EV charging, batteries, and grid services, SolarEdge addresses a wide range of energy market segments.
The expansion of U.S. manufacturing further solidifies its position as a leader in delivering reliable, incentive-ready solar-plus-storage solutions to American customers.