Lego plans 30,700-panel solar array at its new Virginia factory site

The LEGO Group is advancing its commitment to clean energy with the development of its first U.S. manufacturing facility in Chesterfield County, Virginia. Central to this effort is the installation of a large-scale solar array spanning nearly 80 acres and comprising over 30,700 ground-mounted panels, delivering a peak capacity of 22 megawatts. Additionally, rooftop solar systems with 10,080 panels will add 6.11 MWp, creating a hybrid on-site energy model designed to power the factory entirely with renewable energy. Smart energy management systems will optimize solar output and energy use, reducing reliance on the grid and enhancing operational resilience. The $1.5 billion Virginia site covers 340 acres and includes 13 buildings with molding, packing, office spaces, an energy center, and an automated high-bay warehouse. LEGO aims for the factory to be carbon-neutral by matching 100% of its energy consumption with renewable sources and incorporating energy efficiency measures such as optimized building orientation, insulation, and advanced