Vesper Energy

There’s nothing quite like seeing a 600 MW solar project up close.

This week, we welcomed National Association of Counties (NACo) Energy Symposium participants to Hornet Solar in Swisher County, Texas, for a firsthand look at one of the largest single-phase solar projects in the country.

We discussed Hornet’s role in meeting Texas’s growing energy needs, our continued investment in the region, and the great relationships we’ve built with the local community. Guests also got to meet some of the 2,200+ sheep that help manage vegetation across the site.

As communities across the country consider solar development, we’re glad to share what we’ve learned and serve as a resource for county leaders navigating those conversations.

Thank you to everyone who made the trip to Swisher County. We enjoyed the conversation and the opportunity to share a project we’re proud of.

Vesper Energy’s Vice President of EPC, Zach Wald, recently shared with Site Selection why Texas, and Swisher County in particular, was the right fit for the company’s latest project, Nazareth Solar.

“Texas continues to be one of the nation’s leading markets for utility-scale solar development, with abundant solar resources, strong energy demand, and the infrastructure needed to bring new generation online,” Zach said.

Read the full article here: https://siteselection.com/texas-why-toyota-selected-san-antonio/

Vesper Energy's SVP of Power Development, Edward Shelton, will speak at the Mountain West Renewables Summit in Salt Lake City on Wednesday, September 9.

Edward will participate in "Developers Perspectives: Pipeline Reality & Ex*****on Discipline" from 4:35 to 5:25 p.m., where industry leaders will discuss the realities of project ex*****on and today's development landscape.

If you're attending the conference, we'd love to connect. We look forward to seeing you there!

Senior Community Affairs Manager Peter Stockus serves on the Health, Wellness, and Recreation Committee for his city of Hyattsville, Maryland, where he helped organize a local bicycle rodeo to introduce kids to bicycle and pedestrian safety.

This past weekend, Peter organized his fourth annual event, helping local kids build the skills and confidence to safely ride to school and beyond.

A strong start for Stranger Creek Energy Storage in Leavenworth County, Kansas!

We welcomed over 60 community members to the Riverfront Community Center Gymnasium for a project kickoff and introduction to Stranger Creek, a proposed battery energy storage project that would support the local economy while providing a stable, dependable energy supply.

Senior Community Affairs Manager EJay Fyke and other project team members met with residents to introduce the project, share more about the development process, and answer questions from the community.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, asked questions, and took the time to learn more.

Vesper Energy has been ranked the No. 3 solar developer in the United States on Solar Power World's 2026 Top Solar Contractors List, the industry’s most recognized annual ranking of solar developers, contractors, and installers.

Vesper was also named one of the Top 10 solar contractors in Texas, reflecting the company’s continued growth and leadership in developing utility-scale renewable energy projects across the state.

Thank you to our employees, partners, landowners, customers, and the communities where we build for making this possible.

Read more here: https://vesperenergy.com/vesper-energy-ranked-no-3-solar-developer-in-the-united-states-on-solar-power-worlds-2026-top-solar-contractors-list/

The Tulia Chamber of Commerce recently recognized Vesper Energy's contributions to the local community, highlighting Hornet Solar's role in Tulia and Swisher County.

"Before construction ever began, their team took the time to visit our community, meet with local leaders, listen to concerns, and understand the priorities that matter most to the people of Swisher County. They worked diligently to ensure the project aligned with our community's needs, values, and long-term vision for growth,” said Ja’Nell Wafer, Director of the Tulia Chamber of Commerce.

Thank you to Ja’Nell and the Tulia Chamber of Commerce for the recognition and ongoing support of Vesper Energy and our projects in Swisher County.

Read the full letter from Ja'Nell in the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal: https://www.lubbockonline.com/story/opinion/columns/2026/07/22/tulia-chamber-praises-hornet-solar-vesper-energy-for-panhandle-effort/91001221007/

Independent filmmaking team at PARAGRAPHIC recently documented the impact of Hornet Solar in Swisher County, Texas.

The film explores how one of the nation’s largest single-phase solar projects operates day to day, featuring perspectives from team members, local voices, and the people helping maintain the site, including the sheep grazing program that supports vegetation management across the project.

Since beginning operations, Hornet Solar has generated enough electricity to power more than 160,000 homes while contributing millions in tax revenue to local schools, county services, and the hospital district.

Thank you to the PARAGRAPHIC team for spending time with our employees, partners, and community members to tell this story.

Watch the full documentary here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NTvvyJCAWPQ&t=2s

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Successful projects are made possible through strong community partnerships.

Nazareth Solar proudly presented the Tulia Volunteer Fire Department with a $30,000 donation to purchase a new pickup truck, supporting the department's ability to respond to emergencies and serve the Swisher County community.

We're honored to invest in the people and first responders who make Swisher County a great place to live and work.