Note to the Press – Please include the following statements from State Reps. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) and Zach Payne (R-Charlestown) in your coverage of today's announcement that Canadian Solar is investing $800 million in a new solar cell manufacturing facility in Jeffersonville and planning to create 1,200 new jobs:
STATEHOUSE (Oct. 30, 2023) – "In Clark County, we're embracing the opportunity to be at the forefront of an emerging industry that will provide jobs to hardworking Hoosiers and continue to boost our local economy for many years to come. Southeast Indiana is one of the best places start and grow a business, thanks to our prime location and talented workforce. I look forward to watching our communities continue to grow and thrive thanks to ongoing investments like Canadian Solar's new commitment," said State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown).
"This major local investment and job commitment will have a tremendous impact on area, and I'm excited that a global industry leader in solar power chose our community for their new, state-of-the-art facility. With our low-tax climate and talented workforce, our county and our state will continue to reap the rewards through increased investments and job opportunities," said State Rep. Zach Payne (R-Charlestown).
Visit in.gov/gov to read Gov. Eric Holcomb's full release about Canadian Solar's $800 million solar cell manufacturing facility and the project's timeline.
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State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) represents House District 70,
which includes all of Harrison County, and portions of Clark, Floyd and Washington counties.
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State Rep. Zach Payne (R-Charlestown) represents House District 66,
which includes portions of Clark, Jefferson and Scott counties.
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