Sienna Solar Center

11/06/2025

👷‍♀️ Sienna Solar Center is expected to create up to 500 high-paying construction jobs and 15 permanent operations positions. It’s our commitment to prioritize local hiring to bring economic opportunities to the High Desert.

Learn more here: https://www.siennasolarcenter.com/local-benefits

10/21/2025

🔭📚 Avantus was proud to support the San Bernardino County Library's Galaxy Nights event at Lucerne Valley’s Janice Horst Library! We partnered with the library to provide new telescope equipment so more kids and families can view planets and stars in the night sky from the library’s observatory.

Families enjoyed stargazing, art activities, and a grand prize drawing while exploring the wonders of science and astronomy.

09/19/2025

🚧 Did you know? Sienna Solar Center is expected to bring up to 500 high-paying construction jobs and 15 permanent operations positions.

At Avantus, we are committed to hiring locally right here in the High Desert. Discover more about the economic impact of Sienna here: https://www.siennasolarcenter.com/local-benefits

09/09/2025

As a California-based company, it is important to our team that we do right by our home state.

Avantus has safely developed and built over a dozen clean energy projects in California with a strong track record of collaborating with neighbors in the High Desert and agricultural areas. We plan to bring the same safety standards to Sienna that we bring to all our projects.

To learn more about our track record, visit https://www.siennasolarcenter.com

08/08/2025

🌟 At Avantus, we’re proud to support programs that spark curiosity and keep learning going year-round.

This summer, we’ve partnered with Lucerne Valley Library to help fuel their student summer reading program and provide new telescope equipment for their observatory, giving local kids a closer look at the stars and encouraging a hands-on connection to science and STEM. We’re excited to play a small role in making learning a little more fun — even when school’s out. 🔭📚

Learn more about the Library Observatory here! https://sbclib.org/lucerne-valley-observatory/ ✨

06/25/2025

From the Imperial Valley to the Central Valley, Avantus has built safe, reliable, and high-quality solar and storage projects across California, and we’re bringing the same thoughtful experience and expertise to Lucerne Valley.

During construction, we will work with community leaders to minimize traffic impact and keep dust and noise to a minimum, meeting or exceeding all local ordinances. Once it’s up and running, the project is not expected to create any significant local traffic or be audible to neighboring residents, and will come with 24/7 security monitoring.

Learn more on our project website: https://www.siennasolarcenter.com/minimizing-impact

06/05/2025

We understand that in the High Desert, every drop of water is important.

That’s why Sienna Solar Center is designed to minimize its water use throughout its lifetime. During construction, water is mostly used for dust control, and once built, panels only need occasional rinsing to capture more sunlight.

You can learn more about how Sienna minimizes its water usage and other impacts here:

Minimizing Impact   VISUAL IMPACTS | WATER USE | SOLAR & AGRICULTURE | CONSTRUCTION IMPACTS | OPERATIONAL IMPACTSAvantus, formerly 8minute, was founded in California in 2009, and it is important to our team that we do right by our home state. That’s why we design and develop our projects with a ....

05/15/2025

Q: What economic impacts will Sienna Solar Center bring to Lucerne Valley?

A: Sienna is expected to raise millions in local tax revenue that could help support schools, roads, and public safety. It’ll also create up to 15 full-time jobs and 500 well-paying construction jobs, likely bringing workers to local restaurants and businesses.

05/06/2025

Avantus is proud to be supporting the 2025 Lucerne Valley Fireworks!

The annual summer event brings thousands out to enjoy some fireworks and celebrate the local community. Ahead of the event, we’ve also supported the Lucerne Valley Fireworks Committee's early fundraisers, including this month’s Car Show. We hope you can attend the Fireworks on June 28th!

04/10/2025

Avantus has developed and built several solar projects throughout California over the last decade, always with the community in mind.

We are bringing the same mindset to the Sienna Solar Center and the Lucerne Valley community, from making a positive impact through local partnerships to helping drive economic opportunities. Learn more about the project and our community initiatives here >> https://bit.ly/3Aj35pQ.

04/01/2025

Avantus prioritizes being a good neighbor. We are pleased to have partnered with several community groups, from supporting the 4th of July fireworks to helping to provide new P.E. uniforms for local middle and high school students.

We want to hear from community members about what’s important to you. If you have an idea, send us a message at [email protected].