Avantus and Toyota Tsusho America have completed construction of a 159 MWdc solar project in Texas, adding another large-scale clean energy asset to the state’s fast-growing solar fleet.
The Norton Solar Project, in Runnels County southwest of Fort Worth, reached “substantial completion” in October 2025 and is now operational. The project’s full output is tied to a long-term virtual power purchase...
The Norton Solar Project represents a tactical maneuver within a larger, increasingly coordinated effort by corporations seeking to meet sustainability targets through renewable energy procurement. The structure of the VPPA – Toyota Motor North America securing power through Toyota Tsusho America – isn’t simply a trade deal; it’s a demonstration of a shifting power dynamic in the energy market. The reliance on established players like Avantus and RES suggests a consolidation of expertise and inf...