Texas Solar Projects Land 1.2 GW Tracker Supply Deal

Solar tracker manufacturer Ideematec announced a major new agreement to supply 1.2 gigawatts (GW) of solar trackers for upcoming Texas projects developed by Parliament Energy.

The deal covers three planned utility-scale solar projects in Texas, ranging from 285 megawatts (MW) to 505 MW, marking an expansion of the companies' existing partnership after the 2025 commissioning of the 480 MW Parliament Solar project near Houston.

The first installation is expected to begin at the 505 MW Tehuacana Creek Solar project south of Dallas, with the remaining two projects scheduled to start construction in mid-2026.

Ideematec will provide its L:TEC 1P solar tracker system, designed to improve panel performance by following the sun throughout the day. The company says the system is built for harsh weather conditions and can withstand wind speeds up to 224 mph.

That resilience is increasingly important in Texas, where severe storms, hail, and high winds have damaged solar facilities in recent years and pushed developers to prioritize stronger equipment.

"Our proven performance in hurricane-prone regions, combined with our advanced hail stow design, gives confidence that our L:TEC 1P system can withstand both high winds and hail- even when occurring simultaneously," said Philipp Klemm.

The announcement also reflects continued growth in Texas renewable energy development, as the state remains the nation's leader in utility-scale solar additions and one of the fastest-growing power markets due to population growth, industrial demand, and data center expansion.

Parliament Energy currently manages a 2.1 GW portfolio, which is backed by EnCap Investments and Mercuria Energy, both of which have increased investments in renewable power and grid infrastructure.

Globally, solar tracker shipments rose 20% in 2025, with international suppliers gaining ground in the U.S. market by offering specialized systems built for region-specific climate risk.

The 1.2 GW supply agreement signals continued momentum for large-scale solar in Texas, where developers are pairing rapid growth with tougher technology designed to withstand the state's extreme weather conditions.