Clēnera

Clēnera

Develops and operates utility-scale solar, storage

Overview

Clēnera develops, owns, and operates utility-scale solar and energy storage projects across the United States, managing the full lifecycle from site acquisition to long-term asset management and selling power to utilities under long-term PPAs. Its systems pair large solar farms with battery storage to deliver reliable, firm power for the grid. It differentiates itself through vertical integration, a technology-driven development background (GIS-based site qualification), and strong backing from Enlight Renewable Energy. Its goal is to expand a scalable, grid-scale clean-energy portfolio that helps utilities meet decarbonization targets with stable, long-term power supply.

Significant Headcount Growth

About Clēnera

Simplify's Rating
Why Clēnera is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Data & Analytics

Industrial & Manufacturing

Energy

Financial Services

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$2.7B

Headquarters

Boise, Idaho

Founded

2013

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What believers are saying

  • Clēnera secured $2.6B debt financing for CO Bar, the largest capital raise in its history.
  • CO Bar Complex is fully subscribed via five 20-year offtake agreements with Salt River Project and Arizona Public Service.
  • The Crimson Orchard project received $304M financing, with commercial operation expected in H1 2027.

What critics are saying

  • A U.S. draft ban on Chinese inverters could force $150–250M hardware replacement and delay 2027 operation.
  • Failure to secure a 2027 tax equity partner would cause a $150M+ domestic content credit loss and financing gap.
  • If any of the seven CO Bar lenders exits, Clēnera faces $400M+ recapitalization and 6–9 month mobilization delays.

What makes Clēnera unique

  • Clēnera uses a GIS-driven, data-driven approach to qualify solar sites pioneered at Sunlight Partners.
  • It vertically integrates the entire project lifecycle from acquisition through long-term asset management.
  • The CO Bar Complex employs a Connect and Expand strategy with a single 1GW grid connection for five projects.

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Funding

Total Funding

$2.7B

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Funded Over

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Benefits

Remote Work Options

Flexible Work Hours

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Wellness Program

Mental Health Support

Conference Attendance Budget

Professional Development Budget

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Referral Bonus

Sabbatical Leave

Family Planning Benefits

Fertility Treatment Support

Adoption Assistance

Parental Leave

Stock Options

Company Equity

Phone/Internet Stipend

Home Office Stipend

Education allowance

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Certification Support

Mentorship Program

Wellness Program

Gym Membership

Commuter Benefits

Meal Benefits

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

17%

1 year growth

17%

2 year growth

17%
Business Insider
Mar 16th, 2026
Enlight Secures $304 Million in Project Financing for the Crimson Orchard Project in Idaho, USA

Enlight secures $304 million in project financing for the Crimson Orchard project in Idaho, USA. Mar. 16, 2026, 07:30 AM 120 MW solar and 400 MWh energy storage project in Elmore County, Idaho, currently under construction, commercial operation expected during the first half of 2027 Expected to contribute approximately $ 2 7 - 2 8 million in revenue and $ 20 -21 million in EBITDA in its first full year of operation This brings Enlight's total project financing to $ 3 Billion in the past 12 months TEL AVIV, Israel, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - Enlight Renewable Energy (TASE: ENLT; NASDAQ: ENLT), a global renewable energy developer and IPP, announced today that its U.S. subsidiary, Clēnera, has secured $304 million in construction financing and term debt commitments for the Crimson Orchard project in Elmore County, Idaho. The financing commitments were provided by a group of leading global lenders: HSBC, ING Capital LLC, KeyBanc Capital Markets, and MUFG Bank, Ltd. Crimson Orchard is a co-located solar and energy storage project totaling 120 MW of solar power generation capacity and 400 MWh of energy storage capacity. The project is currently under construction and is expected to reach commercial operation during the first half of 2027. Crimson Orchard represents a total investment of $326-342 million, with estimated tax equity proceeds of $160-170 million and total project investment net of tax equity of $162-172 million. In its first full year of operation, the project is expected to generate $27-28 million in revenue and approximately $20-21 million in EBITDA. The project is backed by a 20-year busbar solar power purchase agreement and a 20-year energy storage tolling agreement with Idaho Power, providing long-term contracted revenues. The project was qualified for safe harbor status in 2025, as part of the 13 FGW[1] that Enlight has successfully safe-harbored to date. "This achievement underscores Enlight's successful track record of project development and robust financing for our U.S. portfolio," said Adi Leviatan, Enlight's CEO. "We are proud to once again collaborate with a group of high-quality global lenders whose partnership enables us to advance innovative renewable energy projects like Crimson Orchard. Their continued trust and support reflect the strength of our strategy and the impact we strive to make in the clean energy transition." Sven Wellock, Managing Director at ING: "We are pleased to support Enlight and Clēnera on the financing of the Crimson Orchard project. This transaction reflects the type of high-caliber renewable infrastructure ING seeks to back, combining a strong sponsor team, long-term contracted revenues, and a strategically located solar plus storage asset that enhances grid reliability in a rapidly evolving power market. We value our ongoing partnership with Enlight and Clēnera and are proud to contribute to a project that will deliver dependable, affordable clean energy to Idaho for years to come." "Crimson Orchard marks our second financing with Clēnera, and we're thrilled to continue supporting their momentum in the U.S. renewables market," said Ari Citrin, Managing Director, Utilities, Power & Renewable Energy Group Investment Banking at KeyBanc Capital Markets. "Clēnera has established itself as one of the most capable and fast-growing IPPs in the sector, and we look forward to expanding our partnership meaningfully as they scale." "MUFG is proud to partner with Enlight on this important financing, which advances our shared commitment to expanding the capacity of the grid and meeting the nation's energy needs," said Elizabeth Waters, Managing Director, Project Finance, MUFG. "As Administrative Agent, Coordinating Lead Arranger, Documentation Agent, and Joint Bookrunner, MUFG is pleased to leverage our expertise in structuring innovative solutions that create sustainable energy sources and deliver long-term value to communities across the United States." [1] (Factored GW) is the company's consolidated metric combining generation and storage capacity into a uniform figure based on the ratio of construction costs. Current weighted average construction cost ratio is 3.5 GWh of storage per 1 GW of generation: FGW = GW + GWh / 3.5. About Enlight Renewable Energy: Founded in 2008, Enlight develops, finances, constructs, owns, and operates utility-scale renewable energy projects. Enlight operates across the three largest renewable segments today: solar, wind, and energy storage. As a global platform, Enlight operates in the United States, Israel and 11 European countries. Enlight is traded on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (TASE: ENLT) and on Nasdaq (Nasdaq: ENLT). Learn more at www.enlightenergy.co.il. Enlight Investor Contacts Erica Mannion or Mike Funari Sapphire Investor Relations, LLC +1 617 542 6180 [email protected] Markets Insider and Business Insider Editorial Teams were not involved in the creation of this post. Enlight Renewable Energy newsmore. Your Market View | Name | Price | +/- | % | Date | | TSLA | 399.18 | 8.01 | 2.05 | 03/16/2026 09:49:54 AM | | AAPL | 252.39 | 2.32 | 0.93 | 03/16/2026 09:49:55 AM | | MSFT | 396.16 | 0.56 | 0.14 | 03/16/2026 09:49:53 AM | | NFLX | 95.07 | -0.27 | -0.28 | 03/16/2026 09:49:55 AM | | SPOT | 516.67 | 0.70 | 0.14 | 03/16/2026 09:49:52 AM | 3.49 (4.97%) 09:30:05 AM Find News News

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PR Newswire
May 19th, 2025
Solv Energy Announces More Than 6 Gws Of New Project Awards Across The U.S.

SAN DIEGO, May 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- At the CLEANPOWER 2025 conference in Phoenix this week, SOLV Energy announced several awards from leading developers to construct more than 6 gigawatts (GW) of utility-scale solar and storage projects. The projects are in multiple states, including Arizona, Mississippi, Nevada, Oregon, Texas and California and include assets owned by longstanding customers such as Arevon, Clēnera and Sol Systems, as well as new customers such as NewSun Energy, Enfinity Global and Panamint Capital. Construction mobilizations for the new projects are scheduled to begin in 2025 and beyond.To support the growing demand for power across the United States, SOLV Energy is making significant investments in hiring and training regional project teams, including recruiting local project managers with insights into regional conditions, permitting processes and regulatory requirements. SOLV Energy is also expanding the scope of its self-perform capabilities to accelerate construction timelines, increase quality and reduce costs for the company's customers. In January, the company announced the acquisition of SDI Services, LLC (fka Sacramento Drilling), a provider of foundation solutions for solar energy and T&D projects. The acquisition brings solar predrill and pile foundation capabilities in-house, enabling SOLV Energy to support complex projects in diverse terrain and environmental conditions."Demand for energy is continuing to grow rapidly and we are committed to investing in the capabilities our customers need for larger and increasingly complex power projects," said George Hershman, CEO of SOLV Energy

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