Avantus and Toyota Tsusho America Celebrate Successful Collaboration, Advancing Sustainability Goals

SAN DIEGO, Calif.—March 18, 2026—Today, Avantus and Toyota Tsusho America (TAI) – a wholly owned subsidiary of Toyota Tsusho Corporation, Japan, announced the completion of construction of the 159-megawatt (MWdc)/125 MWac Norton Solar Project in Runnels County, Texas. The project achieved substantial completion in October 2025.

The successful delivery of Norton highlights the strength of the relationship between Avantus and TAI and demonstrates Avantus’ ability to deliver high-quality projects that help global corporate leaders advance their clean energy commitments. TAI entered into a long-term Virtual Power Purchase Agreement (VPPA) with Toyota Motor North America for the full output of the solar plant.

“Avantus delivered on their promises throughout the construction of the Norton Solar Project,” said Akihiro Yoshida, Vice President of TAI Norton Solar, LLC. “Their collaborative work ethic and rigorous focus on safety, schedule, and budget gave us confidence and comfort every step of the way. With the project now in operations, Avantus has helped us achieve concrete progress in advancing our sustainability goals.”

Avantus oversaw the successful completion of the project with RES providing engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) services.

“Our track record for executing large-scale projects like Norton safely, on time, and on budget is the foundation of our reputation and our partners’ trust,” said Fausto Perez, Executive Vice President, Engineering and Construction at Avantus. “Our team is proud to deliver certainty and reliability for project owners, enabling them to advance their sustainability goals and invest in clean energy with confidence.”

Norton created nearly 250 jobs at peak construction and will continue to provide economic benefits to Runnels County and the local community throughout its operating life.

Avantus continues to advance one of the nation’s largest pipelines of solar and energy storage projects, with approximately 24 gigawatts (GWdc) of solar and 75 gigawatt hours (GWh) of energy storage under development across the Western United States.