Mesa's energy landscape just got a jolt of new life as local leaders and representatives from the renewable sector snipped the ceremonial ribbon on Apex Power Conversion's U.S. headquarters. This new hub for the solar and storage company sits squarely within Mesa's Elliot Road Technology Corridor, heralding a future of clean power tech and job creation in the city. Apex Power's first foray into American soil promises an initial workforce of 300. That number, they say, could more than double by the end of the decade.
Snagged by Mesa, the burgeoning 206,000-square-foot facility represents over a $60 million investment and is set to blow up the local economy by manufacturing cutting-edge multi-megawatt power conversion systems, as stated in MesaNow. The assembly lines are scheduled to fire up by early 2026. Jacob Marshall, President & Co-Founder of Apex Power Conversion, called it "a humbling honor" to kickstart operations in Mesa, pointing to a lofty mission to integrate renewables and energy storage onto the grid.
During the grand opening, which coincided with the American Clean Power Association's CLEANPOWER 2025 Expo, Arizona industry bigwigs praised the effort. Sandra Watson, President and CEO of the Arizona Commerce Authority, recognized Apex Power's commitment to quality and reliability in producing high-performance inverter systems. Meanwhile, Chris Camacho of the Greater Phoenix Economic Council highlighted Mesas's evolution into a hotbed for climate technology and alternative energy production.
Mayor Mark Freeman and Vice Mayor Scott Somers both underscored the significance of the investment, linking it to Mesa's growing clout as a hub for international corporations and innovative industries. This investment, Mayor Freeman remarked, brings not only quality jobs but also reaffirms Mesa's place on the global industries map. The city's energy future is looking stronger, more diversified, thanks to Apex Power's envisioned technology.
A key piece of the puzzle was Mortenson, the development and construction partner that helped Apex Power scout out just the right spot at Pursuit Park. Chase Gibbs, Director of Business Development at Mortenson, underscored the collaborative vision of building a sustainable energy future, driven by U.S.-based manufacturing solutions for inverters and storage. You could say the partnership was instrumental, aligning Apex Power's commitment to renewable energy with Mortenson's footprint in the sustainable building sector.
