Solx invests $64M to open solar panel manufacturing facility in Puerto Rico 

Solx invests $64M to open solar panel manufacturing facility in Puerto Rico 

May 9, 2025
Commercial operations at the facility are expected to begin by August 2025. 

Solx, a domestically owned and operated solar module manufacturer, has announced plans to open a solar panel manufacturing facility in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. The company, which produces clean solar energy solutions for the North American renewables industry, will invest $64 million into the project, which will create over 600 jobs across logistics, supply chain, and supporting industries. 

The facility is being constructed on the site of the former Hewlett-Packard location and will occupy a significant area in Aguadilla. Phase one of the project includes an initial investment of $25 million. Once operational, the facility will feature a semi-autonomous assembly line capable of producing 1 gigawatt of solar panels annually. 

The Solx Puerto Rico (SPR) facility will draw from local labor and aims to build a skilled workforce to support long-term clean energy development on the island. Solx received strong support from Governor Jenniffer González Colón for the project, which is positioned to boost Puerto Rico’s energy independence and economic growth. 

What people are saying 

In a recent quote, James Holmes, CEO and Co-Founder, Solx, said, “Our SPR manufacturing facility is an important step forward for Solx, as it underscores our commitment to delivering reliable, domestically-produced clean solar energy nationwide. Additionally, SPR’s focus goes beyond solar panels, as our facility will ensure Puerto Rico will be a key supplier to the North American renewables industry. The Governor’s support underscores the importance of this initiative, not just for Aguadilla, but for the entire island.” 

Jenniffer González Colón, Governor of Puerto Rico, added, “Solx is a prime example of Puerto Rico’s ability to lead the national reshoring effort. We will continue to support investments that strengthen our economy while helping to build the energy solutions our people and businesses urgently need.” 

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About the Author

Alexis Gajewski | Senior Content Strategist

Alexis Gajewski has over 15 years of experience in the maintenance, reliability, operations, and manufacturing space. She joined Plant Services in 2008 and works to bring readers the news, insight, and information they need to make the right decisions for their plants. Alexis also authors “The Lighter Side of Manufacturing,” a blog that highlights the fun and innovative advances in the industrial sector. 

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