Nevados

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Nevados is an American renewable energy technology company specializing in the design and manufacture of all-terrain solar trackers. [1] [2] It develops rugged tracker systems capable of deploying in challenging environments such as desert, salt flats and rocky terrain. Nevados has expanded its manufacturing footprint through partnerships under the US Inflation Reduction Act and has received industry recognition for innovation and sustainability. [3] [4]

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History

Nevados was founded in 2014 to address the need for photovoltaic tracker solutions in remote and uneven landscapes. In November 2023, Nevados inaugurated a new production line for solar trackers at Priefert Steel’s Mount Pleasant facility in East Texas, increasing domestic steel content and manufacturing capacity under the Inflation Reduction Act. [1] [3]

Products and technology

Nevados’ flagship product is the all-terrain solar tracker, engineered for rapid deployment and minimal ground preparation. The tracker features a robust drive train, precision steering, and adaptive foundation systems that accommodate slopes up to 37% (20 degrees) and uneven ground conditions. [5] [4] [6]

Manufacturing and operations

In early 2025, Nevados announced a second domestic production line to support growing demand for renewable energy infrastructure. The East Texas factory expansion was recognized by industry media for leveraging American steel and creating local manufacturing jobs. The facility is operated in collaboration with Priefert Steel and follows “Made in America” guidelines. [4] [2]

Awards and recognition

Nevados has received significant industry recognition for its innovative solar tracking technology and environmental stewardship. In 2025, Nevados earned two Environment+Energy Leader Awards in the Energy Innovation and Environmental Impact categories for projects utilizing its TRACE All Terrain Tracker technology. [7] Additionally, a Virginia solar project using Nevados trackers received the 2024 Governor's Environmental Excellence Award gold medal from the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality, recognizing the 170-megawatt Bartonsville Energy Facility for its environmental stewardship and innovation in avoiding extensive land grading while reducing construction costs. [8] [9]

References

  1. 1 2 Ludt, Billy (16 November 2023). "Nevados celebrates new solar tracker factory line in East Texas". Solar Power World. Endeavor Business Media. Retrieved 14 August 2025.
  2. 1 2 Warner-Cohen, Kimberly (2023-11-17). "Priefert Steel Fabricating Nevados Solar Trackers in Texas". Solar Industry Magazine. Retrieved 2025-08-16.
  3. 1 2 Gerke, Paul (21 November 2023). "Made in America: Nevados opens new solar tracker production line at East Texas steel plant". Renewable Energy World. Clarion Events. Retrieved 14 August 2025.
  4. 1 2 3 Norman, Will (6 September 2024). "Nevados launches all-terrain tracker to broaden usable land for solar". PV Tech. Retrieved 15 August 2025.
  5. "Nevados' All-Terrain solar tracker eliminates grading, reduces steel in pilings by 23% at 170 MW project". Nevados. 9 February 2025. Retrieved 15 August 2025.
  6. "Nevados overhauls latest All Terrain Tracker in time for RE+". Solar Power World. 5 September 2024. Retrieved 15 August 2025.
  7. "Nevados takes home two E+E Leader Top Project Awards". Nevados Solar. 2025-04-02. Retrieved 2025-08-16.
  8. "Virginia solar project using Nevados trackers receives state environmental award". Solar Power World. 2025-03-20. Retrieved 2025-08-16.
  9. "MYR Energy Services Wins 2024 Governor's Environmental Excellence Award for Bartonsville Solar project in Virginia". MYR Group. 2024-10-11. Retrieved 2025-08-16.