
Excelsior Energy Capital, a renewable energy infrastructure investor, has announced a significant partnership with Heliene, Inc., a solar energy equipment manufacturer. The multiyear agreement entails Excelsior acquiring 2.0 GW of photovoltaic modules from Heliene, with a focus on domestically produced solar panels. This collaboration marks a strategic move towards securing a stable supply chain for Excelsior's solar projects while supporting American clean energy jobs and manufacturing capacity.
Under the terms of the agreement, Heliene will primarily produce the photovoltaic modules at its existing factory in Mountain Iron, Minnesota, and a new facility planned for the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul area. This partnership not only ensures a reliable source of high-quality solar panels but also strengthens the bond between the two companies as they work closely as partners in the renewable energy sector.
Chris Frantz, Partner at Excelsior, expressed excitement about the agreement, emphasizing its role in mitigating supply chain risks and fostering collaboration with an established industry player like Heliene. Similarly, Ryan Fegley, Co-Founder and Partner at Excelsior, highlighted the confidence this deal instills in Excelsior's ability to provide essential equipment for solar energy projects.
Martin Pochtaruk, CEO at Heliene, echoed the sentiment, emphasizing the significance of formalizing the supply arrangement with Excelsior amid a period of rapid growth for both companies and the domestic solar industry. By partnering with Excelsior, Heliene aims to expand the utilization of American-made, high-quality solar technologies.
Through this partnership, Excelsior Energy Capital and Heliene are not only advancing their business interests but also contributing to the growth of the clean energy sector in the United States, paving the way for a more sustainable future.
Source: excelsiorcapital.com