SolarEdge Technologies Achieves Major Manufacturing Milestone in Austin, Texas, Accelerating U.S. Energy Independence and Job Growth Through Strategic Partnership with Flex
SolarEdge Technologies Inc., a globally recognized leader in smart energy technology solutions, has proudly announced a significant milestone in its U.S. manufacturing footprint: the production of its 250,000th solar inverter at the Flex facility located in Austin, Texas. This landmark achievement marks a pivotal moment in SolarEdge’s ongoing strategic initiative to enhance domestic manufacturing capabilities, foster economic growth, and bolster U.S. energy resilience by reducing reliance on international supply chains.
Governor Greg Abbott Declares June 2, 2025, as “SolarEdge-Flex Manufacturing Milestone Day”
Recognizing the importance of this milestone for Texas and the broader U.S. energy sector, Texas Governor Greg Abbott officially proclaimed June 2, 2025, as “SolarEdge-Flex Manufacturing Milestone Day.” This special day honors the robust partnership between SolarEdge and Flex and the profound economic, environmental, and technological impacts the collaboration has brought to the Lone Star State.
Governor Abbott commented, “Texas leads the nation in advanced manufacturing and energy innovation. The collaboration between SolarEdge and Flex reinforces our state’s position as the energy capital of the world. These innovative companies create good-paying jobs, drive economic growth, and help meet the growing energy demands with products proudly made in Texas.”
This declaration underscores Texas’s role as a vital hub in the clean energy transition and highlights the state’s commitment to supporting manufacturing innovation that directly benefits local communities and the nation’s energy infrastructure.
A Strategic Partnership to Boost Domestic Manufacturing and Energy Security
SolarEdge has undertaken a significant effort to onshore its manufacturing operations as part of its broader strategy to create a more resilient and reliable U.S. energy supply chain. In partnership with Flex (NASDAQ: FLEX), a global leader in manufacturing solutions headquartered in Austin, SolarEdge has built a robust manufacturing base capable of meeting the increasing demand for solar energy products across the United States.
The Flex Austin facility has now manufactured 250,000 high-quality solar inverters. These inverters are critical components in rooftop solar installations, converting direct current (DC) generated by solar panels into usable alternating current (AC) for homes and businesses. This production volume represents a substantial contribution to the domestic renewable energy infrastructure.
SolarEdge’s solar inverter technology is already a proven solution with installations on over 3.7 million homes and utilization by more than half of the Fortune 100 companies. The increased capacity at the Austin facility allows SolarEdge to better serve its vast customer base of solar installers nationwide while reducing supply chain vulnerabilities related to foreign manufacturing dependencies.
Marty Rogers, General Manager of SolarEdge, expressed pride in the accomplishment: “This milestone is a testament to the power of American manufacturing. Together with Flex, we are expanding industrial capabilities within the region and deploying advanced manufacturing technologies to meet growing demand, all while reinforcing the reliability and resilience of the U.S. energy grid.”
Impact on the Local Economy and Job Market
One of the most significant outcomes of this achievement is its impact on the Texas economy and local workforce. The Flex facility in Austin has created over 1,000 high-quality manufacturing jobs, ranging from skilled technicians to advanced robotics operators. These roles support not only the manufacturing process but also stimulate the local economy through associated service industries, suppliers, and community investment.
By fostering job creation in Texas, SolarEdge and Flex are contributing to economic diversification in a state historically known for its oil and gas industries. The growth in renewable energy manufacturing jobs represents an important shift toward sustainable economic development and offers Texans access to new career opportunities in cutting-edge clean energy technologies.
Advancements in Manufacturing Technologies
The Austin facility incorporates state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies, including automation and robotics, to optimize production efficiency and product quality. These advanced manufacturing processes reduce production time, minimize errors, and ensure consistent high standards for every solar inverter produced.
Automation also helps the facility scale production rapidly to meet surging market demand, while supporting sustainability goals by minimizing waste and energy consumption during manufacturing. This commitment to innovation exemplifies SolarEdge’s and Flex’s dedication to integrating smart, future-ready technologies in both product design and production methodologies.
Strengthening U.S. Energy Infrastructure and Reducing Foreign Dependency
Another critical benefit of expanding SolarEdge’s domestic manufacturing capabilities is the enhanced security and reliability of the U.S. energy infrastructure. The ongoing global supply chain disruptions experienced over recent years have highlighted the risks associated with dependence on foreign suppliers for key components.
By producing a significant volume of solar inverters domestically, SolarEdge and Flex help mitigate these risks, ensuring a steadier supply of essential equipment for renewable energy projects across the country. This strengthens the overall resilience of the U.S. energy grid and supports national goals to increase clean energy adoption and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Dennis Kirkpatrick, President of the Lifestyle, Consumer, and Core Industrial Businesses at Flex, emphasized the shared commitment: “Flex’s partnership with SolarEdge highlights our dedication to delivering innovation to market with speed, resilience, and quality to support U.S. energy needs. We thank SolarEdge for leveraging Flex’s expansive U.S. footprint and trusting us to rapidly scale domestic production of their solar inverters in Texas.”
Innovation and Investment in Clean Energy
As demand for clean and reliable energy solutions continues to accelerate, SolarEdge and Flex are positioned to drive further innovation and investment in solar technology. Their successful collaboration in Texas serves as a model for how strategic partnerships between technology companies and manufacturing leaders can create sustainable economic and environmental benefits.
Texas is now firmly established as a cornerstone of America’s clean energy economy. The state’s leadership in manufacturing, combined with SolarEdge’s cutting-edge inverter technology, is helping to expand access to solar power for millions of Americans, reduce carbon emissions, and support national energy independence objectives.
