Vesper Energy

In Q2 2026, Vesper Energy supported 33 organizations across five states that delivered essential programs their communities depend on, including food access, emergency response, youth services, shelter, health care, and domestic violence support.

As Juanita Welker of Bollinger County Health Center shared, support like this enables organizations to expand their reach and serve more people.

Swipe through to learn more about our Q2 community giving impact.

Zach Wald, Vice President of Engineering, Procurement, and Construction at Vesper Energy, shared his perspective with Reuters on the growing importance of workforce development across the U.S. power sector.

“In other areas where [power development] is newer, you certainly have to come in a little earlier and make sure you have a good training program and a well-thought-out plan to get that workforce built up,” said Wald.

At Vesper Energy, we recognize that successful project delivery depends on strong development and ex*****on, as well as on investing in the people and partnerships that make that progress possible.

Read the full story from Reuters here: https://www.reutersevents.com/renewables/solar-pv/data-center-rush-worsens-shortages-power-grid-workers

Vesper Energy has been named to TIME's America’s Top GreenTech Companies of 2026, recognizing 250 U.S. companies advancing environmental innovation and strong business performance. Vesper ranked among the top 40 renewable energy companies nationwide.

The list, compiled by TIME in partnership with Statista, is based on an analysis of more than 3,500 companies. Rankings reflect performance across three core areas: environmental impact, financial strength, and innovation.

Read more here: https://vesperenergy.com/vesper-energy-named-to-times-americas-top-greentech-companies-of-2026-list/

Vesper Energy promoted six individuals, reflecting the expanding scope of responsibility as the company advances its pipeline of solar and storage projects and grows its operating portfolio.

"These promotions recognize leaders who have been instrumental in building Vesper into the platform it is today," said Juan Suarez, Co-CEO of Vesper Energy. "Each of them carries a level of responsibility, strategic accountability, and cross-functional impact that these roles reflect. We are proud to recognize their contributions and their continued leadership as we build and deliver."

The following leaders have been elevated to new roles:

Chad Richwine, Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer
Parker Hills, Senior Vice President, Digital Infrastructure Development
Rick Knauth, Senior Vice President, Asset Management
Edward Shelton, Senior Vice President, Power Development
Allen Goodling, Vice President, General Counsel
Kelly Marino, Vice President, Human Resources

Congratulations to all on their expanded roles, and we look forward to their continued success!

Since its official launch in April 2025, Vesper Energy’s Hornet Solar has generated over 1.5 million megawatt-hours (MWh) of electricity and more than $5 million in tax revenue for local entities, including:
Over $2.6 million to the Tulia Independent School District

Over $1.3 million through the Swisher County Tax Assessor

Over $600,000 to Swisher County through a Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreement

Over $300,000 to the Swisher County Memorial Hospital District

“Texas is growing fast, and so is the demand for reliable power. Hornet Solar has delivered more than 1.5 million megawatt-hours to the ERCOT grid in its first year and over five million dollars in tax revenue flowing directly to local schools, hospitals, and services in Swisher County,” said Juan Suarez, Co-CEO of Vesper Energy.

Read more about Hornet’s first year of operations on North American Clean Energy here: https://www.nacleanenergy.com/solar/hornet-solar-delivered-5-million-in-local-tax-revenue-in-its-first-year

Community Affairs Manager Peter Stockus and Senior Associate, Development East, Michael King (pictured, left) hosted a landowner dinner for our Scopus project in Bollinger County, Missouri. It was a great opportunity to update our landowners on our progress, answer questions, and share a delicious meal.

Vesper Energy recently collaborated with an independent filmmaking team to showcase our Hornet Solar project. The content captured highlighted Hornet's agricultural, community, and economic contributions to the Swisher County region.

We look forward to the development of the independent film and Hornet Solar's continued impact and community involvement.

Access to everyday essentials shouldn’t be a barrier to learning. The Gator Giving Closet, led by the Dickinson Education Foundation, serves 12,000+ students across Dickinson Independent School District by providing clothing and hygiene items so students can show up prepared, confident, and focused.

Through community giving tied to the Shepard Energy Storage project in Galveston County, TX, Vesper Energy provided a $3,000 grant to the Dickinson Education Foundation to support the Closet.

This effort came together through strong local partnerships, including Dickinson Gator Wellness, Citymark Church, and M.I. Lewis, who helped stock, organize, and prepare the space for students. We’re proud to support organizations that meet critical needs in their communities.

Members of Vesper Energy's Community Affairs, Communications, and Development Team recently attended the American Clean Power Association Siting and Permitting Conference in Aurora, Colorado. The conference provided a valuable opportunity to join peers across the industry to share perspectives, explore best practices, and advance conversations about the future of energy development.

Following the conference, the Communications and Community Affairs teams gathered in Denver, Colorado, for a strategic retreat to discuss future initiatives, establish strategies, and explore departmental tools and tactics to enhance communications.

Texas achieved a new record for solar energy, generating more than 33 gigawatts of electricity for the first time.

Vesper Energy’s Hornet Solar serves as a driving force in the Texas energy landscape, providing 600 megawatts of affordable, homegrown electricity to surrounding communities.

Read more about Texas’s energy milestone from Texas Public Radio here: https://www.hppr.org/hppr-news/2026-03-24/texas-sets-new-solar-generation-record-topping-33-gigawatts

Texas sets new solar generation record, topping 33 gigawatts The milestone comes as solar production continues to grow rapidly in Texas, where it has recently begun outpacing coal over the course of a year.

Vesper Energy's Community Affairs Team, Communications Team, and members of the Development Team will attend American Clean Power's Siting & Permitting Conference. We look forward to collaborating with our fellow industry leaders, experts, and stakeholders to discuss challenges, best practices, and solutions in the energy space.