Canadian Solar Inc. has announced the execution of three significant agreements with Sunraycer Renewables LLC, a renewable energy platform based in Annapolis, Maryland. These agreements encompass battery energy storage supply and commissioning for two projects in Texas, along with the purchase of up to 2 GWp of high-efficiency solar modules for various Sunraycer initiatives.
Battery Energy Storage Projects
As part of the agreements, Canadian Solar’s subsidiary, e-STORAGE, which specializes in battery energy storage system design, manufacturing, and integration, will deliver 188 MWh DC for the Gaia project in Navarro County and 127 MWh DC for the Midpoint project in Hill County. Both projects are set for commissioning in the third quarter of 2025.
Advanced Energy Storage Solutions
The two Texas storage projects will utilize over 60 SolBank 3.0 battery containers, e-STORAGE’s latest proprietary energy storage solution. SolBank 3.0 features high-density lithium-iron-phosphate cells, an advanced battery management system, and liquid cooling for thermal management, ensuring durability, reliability, and safety in Texas’s challenging climate.
High-Efficiency Solar Modules
Sunraycer’s upcoming projects will integrate up to 2 GWp of Canadian Solar’s latest high-efficiency solar modules, which deliver power outputs of up to 725 Wp. These modules offer up to 85% bifaciality, 23.3% efficiency, low power degradation, and high energy yield. This combination significantly reduces both the levelized cost of energy (LCOE) and overall system costs.
Leadership Comments
David Lillefloren, CEO of Sunraycer, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, “As Sunraycer continues to grow and evolve its portfolio and pipeline, we are thrilled to be working with Canadian Solar as its preferred solar panel supplier for Sunraycer’s entire current portfolio and with e-STORAGE on Sunraycer’s initial tranche of energy storage projects. Canadian Solar is a proven market leader in renewable energy, and their equipment will help ensure Sunraycer is executing on its mission of delivering solar and battery projects that meet or exceed their performance goals while providing sustainable, clean, and affordable electricity to the grid.”
Colin Parkin, President of e-STORAGE, added, “We are excited to strengthen our presence in Texas with the Gaia and Midpoint projects. These two battery energy storage installations represent a significant contribution to Texas’s growing renewable energy infrastructure, enhancing grid stability and supporting the state’s clean energy transition.”
Commitment to Renewable Energy
Thomas Koerner, Corporate Senior Vice President of Canadian Solar, noted, “We are proud to work with Sunraycer on this up to 2 GWp multi-year partnership. This agreement is a testament to our mutual commitment to delivering and building high-quality solar and energy storage capacity in Texas and underscores Canadian Solar’s ability to provide end-to-end solar generation and energy storage system solutions.”
Sources
- Canadian Solar Official Website
- Sunraycer Renewables Overview
- Recent Articles on Renewable Energy Partnerships
