Sunraycer Renewables LLC has officially kicked off construction on a major solar and battery energy storage portfolio in Northeast Texas, reinforcing its commitment to expanding clean energy infrastructure across the state.
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The announcement, made from Dallas, includes the Lupinus I & II Solar and BESS projects in Hagansport, along with the Eagle Springs Solar & BESS project in Lake Creek. Together, the projects will deliver more than 620 MWdc of solar generation and over 475 MWh of battery storage capacity, contributing to improved grid reliability and regional economic growth.
The Lupinus I & II projects will provide 520 MWdc of solar capacity paired with 411 MWh of on-site battery energy storage, while the Eagle Springs project will contribute an additional 100 MWdc of solar and 66 MWh of storage.
Construction at Eagle Springs is already underway and is expected to reach commercial operation by late 2026. Groundbreaking for Lupinus I & II is scheduled for March 2026, with completion anticipated in early 2028.
“Breaking ground on Lupinus I & II and Eagle Springs marks an important milestone for Sunraycer as we continue to expand our renewable energy footprint in Texas,” said David Lillefloren, Chief Executive Officer of Sunraycer. “These projects reflect our commitment to delivering reliable energy while investing in the communities where we operate. We are proud to partner with McCarthy to bring these facilities to life and help support Texas' growing energy needs.”
McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. will serve as the engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contractor, leveraging its extensive experience in utility-scale energy projects across the United States.
"With Lupinus I & II and Eagle Springs, we're deepening our long-term investment in Texas communities," said Dhruv Patel, president of McCarthy's Renewable Energy group. "Together with Sunraycer, we're committed to delivering these projects safely, supporting local businesses in both counties, and helping people build lasting careers in the energy industry."
Located roughly 90 miles from Dallas, the projects are expected to create more than 200 local construction jobs. In addition to direct employment, both companies are prioritizing local hiring and regional suppliers, driving economic activity in nearby communities such as Cooper, Sulphur Springs, Greenville, Mt. Vernon and Paris.
Beyond construction, the Eagle Springs project will include community-focused initiatives such as career fairs, fundraisers supporting fire and EMS services, holiday toy drives and on-site demonstrations of renewable energy technologies.
Sunraycer, an Annapolis, Maryland-based independent power producer backed by Crayhill Capital Management, continues to expand its pipeline of utility-scale solar and storage projects, which currently totals approximately 3 GW across various stages of development and operation.
The company’s strategy emphasizes early-stage investment, advanced transmission analytics and flexible project execution to accelerate deployment of renewable energy assets. Meanwhile, McCarthy—one of the oldest privately held construction firms in the U.S.—brings decades of experience and a nationwide workforce to support large-scale infrastructure delivery.
The combined solar-plus-storage approach seen in the Lupinus and Eagle Springs projects reflects a broader shift in the energy sector toward hybrid systems that enhance reliability and manage intermittency. As electricity demand rises in Texas due to population growth and industrial expansion, such projects are becoming increasingly critical.
By integrating energy storage with solar generation, developers can provide more consistent power output, reduce strain on the grid and support peak demand periods—key priorities for the evolving energy landscape in the state.
Originally reported by Sunraycer Renewables in PR News Wire.
