DYCM Power Sets Sights on Major U.S. Solar Manufacturing Hub
DYCM Power, LLC—a joint venture between Das & Co., LLC and APC Holdings, LLC—plans to make a substantial mark on U.S. solar manufacturing. The company is investing $800 million to build one of the country’s largest facilities for producing solar cells and modules, a move aimed squarely at strengthening the domestic solar supply chain.
What the Factory Will Make—and How Much
At launch, the plant is designed to produce 2 gigawatts (GW) of solar cells and modules each year. The roadmap doesn’t stop there: DYCM Power anticipates future expansions that could raise total capacity to 6 GW, allowing the company to respond to growing demand without leaving U.S. soil.
The production line will use advanced TOPCon cell technology, selected for its higher conversion efficiency. In short, it helps squeeze more electricity from the same sunlight—an important edge as the market continues to scale.
Initial shipments are slated for the first half of 2026. That timing positions DYCM Power to bring more domestically manufactured solar products to customers as the U.S. market continues to expand, with an eye toward greater self-sufficiency in solar technology.
Built to Meet Domestic Content Standards
DYCM Power says its modules will comply with domestic content requirements and will be supported by a transparent, traceable supply chain. To help ensure that, the company has reached an agreement with a leading U.S.-based polysilicon provider and signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with a respected North American glass manufacturer. Those commitments are intended to anchor key inputs close to home and support onshore manufacturing at scale.
Leadership Perspectives
Co-Founder and Executive Chairman Sriram Das credits the Inflation Reduction Act with unlocking new possibilities for American solar manufacturing. He sees the facility as a way to strengthen energy security while raising the bar on quality and sustainability across the sector.
Co-Founder and President Richard Powell underscored the importance of DYCM Power’s relationship with Macquarie Capital. He pointed to Macquarie’s expertise and reach as catalysts for rapid scaling to meet customers’ unmet needs—work that, in turn, can support the creation of jobs in U.S. solar manufacturing.
Local Jobs and Community Engagement
Mortenson, a well-established firm in solar engineering and construction, has been selected to lead development of the facility. The company plans to hire from the local community, aiming to boost the regional economy and build lasting skills on the ground. Vice President Brad Heitland noted Mortenson’s commitment to helping advance a clean energy future and to delivering a facility that performs from day one.
Technology Partners and Equipment
ECM Greentech Engineering, part of ECM Group, will supply critical equipment and manufacturing processes for both cell production and panel assembly. Chairman Laurent Pelissier emphasized ECM Group’s focus on supporting DYCM Power as it builds a robust, resilient manufacturing supply chain for solar in North America.
About DYCM Power
DYCM Power is a partnership between Das & Co., LLC and APC Holdings, LLC dedicated to capturing high-potential opportunities in solar manufacturing. By leveraging global resources and experience, the company aims to build a vertically integrated operation—linking materials, cells, and modules—to serve today’s needs and prepare for tomorrow’s demand. The through line is simple: build here, build well, and build for the long run.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is DYCM Power planning to build?
DYCM Power plans to construct a major U.S. facility to manufacture solar cells and modules, backed by an $800 million investment intended to scale domestic production.
When will products start shipping?
Initial shipments are scheduled for the first half of 2026, aligning the project with near-term U.S. market needs for domestically produced solar products.
How much capacity will the factory have?
The facility will start with 2 GW of annual solar cell and module output, with planned expansions that could raise total capacity to 6 GW.
How is DYCM Power addressing domestic sourcing and standards?
The company intends to meet domestic content requirements and maintain a transparent, traceable supply chain, supported by an agreement with a U.S. polysilicon provider and an MOU with a North American glass manufacturer.
Who are the key partners and what are their roles?
Macquarie Capital is a strategic collaborator supporting DYCM Power’s scaling plans. Mortenson will lead engineering and construction with a focus on local hiring. ECM Greentech Engineering will provide essential equipment and processes for cell manufacturing and panel assembly.
