Norsun picks Oklahoma for its first U.S. factory with 320 jobs, $620M investment

TULSA, OKLA (KTUL) — Governor Kevin Stitt released a statement following NorSun’s decision to invest in Oklahoma.

NorSun, the Norwegian solar energy company, selected Oklahoma for its first U.S. factory.

“Oklahoma is the most business-friendly state in the nation, and companies from around the world are taking notice,” said Gov. Stitt. “I’m thrilled that Oklahomans will benefit from hundreds of new jobs in the Tulsa area and a $620 million capital investment. Our business-friendly regulations, workforce development efforts, and ‘more of everything’ energy approach make us an incredible state to invest in, and I’m glad NorSun is going to be a part of it.”

Solar wafers, a silicon disc that converts sunlight into electricity, will be manufactured at the facility.

The factory will be funded by an initial $620 million investment from NorSun and will create approximately 320 jobs.

“Our business plan has an ambitious timeline, so we knew we needed a partner who can work fast and efficiently to meet the critical need for American-made energy,” said NorSun CEO Erik Løkke-Øwre. “Oklahoma impressed us even before our selection journey – its robust clean energy, manufacturing ecosystem, and workforce development programs were already on our radar, and its competitive business offerings and site acceleration options solidified our decision.”

The site is anticipated to be complete in 2026.

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