We advised Nextracker on the acquisition

Davis Polk advised Nextracker Inc. on its acquisition of Origami Solar.

Nextracker innovates and delivers a leading solar power technology platform with integrated tracker, electrical solutions, and yield management and control systems for utility-scale and distributed generation projects. Nextracker’s advanced technology enables solar power plants to follow the sun’s movement across the sky and optimize performance. With systems operating in more than 40 countries worldwide, Nextracker offers innovative solutions that accelerate solar power plant construction, increase energy output and enhance long-term reliability.

Origami Solar is a developer of steel solar panel frames designed to enable high-speed domestic production, reduced material and manufacturing costs, and significantly lower greenhouse gas emissions for solar power generation.

The Davis Polk corporate team included partners Emily Roberts and Michael Gilson, counsel Jason Bassetti and associates Brendon S. Brown and Ashley Jaworoski. Partner Patrick E. Sigmon and associate Alanna Phillips provided tax advice. Partner Travis Triano and counsel Justin Alexander Kasprisin provided executive compensation advice. Partner Matthew J. Bacal provided intellectual property advice. Members of the Davis Polk team are based in the Northern California and New York offices.