Introducing the

Solano Foundry

California Forever’s approach for their [Solano Foundry] is not the California I know, but it’s the California I want to know. If this project is built as proposed, Solano County could instantly become one of the most desirable locations for advanced manufacturing in California, and possibly nationally.

California is already home to almost all of our 2,000 engineers, manufacturing technicians, and broader team members, but high-tech manufacturing in the Golden State comes with a range of challenges. By providing affordable space for manufacturing expansion with secure, clean energy supplies and low regulatory and permitting requirements, we believe California Forever’s vision for its [Solano Foundry] has the potential to be a strong positive for the future of manufacturing in California.

At Hadrian, we see California Forever’s combination of the Solano Foundry and the Solano Shipyard as a unique opportunity to bring new manufacturing investments back to the state that once led America’s high-tech manufacturing. If these transformational developments can be permitted and shovel-ready soon, California has a real chance to capitalize on the massive investments being made in advanced manufacturing and onshoring more broadly all over America right now.

As a global industry leader deeply committed to innovation and sustainability, NETGEAR understands the unique challenges and rewards of doing business in California. The integrated approach of California Forever’s [Solano Foundry] is a natural extension of our values. We are excited by the prospect of a project that not only advances technology but also conserves resources and fosters growth in the state where NETGEAR was founded.

California needs bold action to compete globally in next generation manufacturing. Projects such as California Forever are critical action steps to ensure that California is a leader for this Generation.

California has long been the home of American industrial innovation, from the aerospace boom to the birth of Silicon Valley. With its [Solano Foundry], California Forever has a chance to reignite that spirit, creating a world-class hub for advanced manufacturing and industrials, powered by talent, clean energy, and forward-thinking policy. This is exactly the kind of bold vision needed to bring industrial leadership back to the Golden State, and one which would establish the state as one of the vanguards of the Reindustrialize movement. We offer our support and endorsement here at the New American Industrial Alliance.

California Forever and Newlab share a common vision around developing novel new models to drive economic development. Newlab builds ecosystems in locations that are uniquely positioned to commercialize and scale critical technologies. The development that California Forever is building in Solano County can help the state drive manufacturing-led growth by retaining leading startups through access to scale-up infrastructure, low-cost energy and co-located housing. Newlab is excited to explore how we might integrate our venture platform model to help advance this ambitious project and accelerate the velocity of leading startups that can benefit from it.

Serve has been actively expanding our operations nationwide, evaluating metropolitan areas across the U.S. based on key factors such as business climate, pedestrian-friendly infrastructure, access to talent, and a strong openness to innovation. The California Forever’s [Solano Foundry] excels in all these areas, making it an ideal location for our business expansion. We are excited about the opportunity to partner with California Forever and advance the future of autonomous delivery in this new community.

When exploring options for expansion in California, we’ve been presented with enormous challenges finding high quality, affordable facilities in a commute-friendly environment. Further, nearly all existing facilities come with challenges for reliable energy availability, particularly if you are seeking sustainable sources of energy. California Forever’s [Solano Foundry’s] 360 approach to addressing these challenges with the added incentive of purpose built facilities and co-located affordable homes offers impact startups like ours the ability to remain competitive and operational in our home state.

The Solano Foundry represents an unparalleled opportunity for Aptera to scale both R&D and manufacturing operations in California. Its promise of ample renewable energy, the streamlined permitting, and its proximity to Silicon Valley’s innovation ecosystem aligns perfectly with our need for the sustainable manufacturing of our highly efficient vehicles. Quick access to the Bay Area’s world-class talent pool would also allow us to grow rapidly. The affordable, walkable community being developed alongside the Solano Foundry also offers an attractive proposition for our workforce, making it an ideal location to establish our advanced manufacturing facilities and drive the future of solar electric mobility.

Monumental Labs is building AI-enabled robotic stone carving factories to make beautiful stone art and architecture possible at scale. Our space needs are massive and unique, geared around
the fact that we take large quarried blocks and turn them into buildings, fine art, and ornament with help from both robots and craftsmen. What California Forever’s [Solano Foundry] offers is impossible-to-find fabrication space near one of the greatest talent pools in the world. We look forward to establishing an advanced manufacturing hub in the new city that brings together artists, carvers, fabricators, masons and engineers in one place.

As a company advancing maritime innovation, Ulysses is very excited about California Forever’s [Solano Foundry]. The proximity to the ocean is crucial for our testing and development, and the expedited permitting process significantly accelerates our operational timelines for getting to work. Access to abundant renewable energy not only supports our power-intensive projects but also aligns with our commitment to sustainability. Moreover, the beauty and thoughtful design of the proposed city make it an attractive place for our team to live and work, helping us draw from the rich talent pool of the Bay Area.

As an early stage startup, California is the ideal location because of the immense density of talent, ambition, and networks. However, high real estate costs, regulatory hurdles, and energy
constraints poise challenges for hard tech startups as they grow. The [Solano Foundry’s] infrastructure and manufacturing real estate would help accelerate development greatly. Moreso, Solano County is situated close to the Bay Area and has a compelling skilled talent pool from the Travis Air Force Base. California Forever would be an ideal place for startups like Poseidon to start and scale.