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Ormat Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: ORA) is a premier geothermal and recovered energy generation company with over 50 years of experience in the renewable energy sector. As the only vertically integrated company in this field, Ormat is dedicated to becoming a leading global provider of renewable energy solutions. The company is engaged in three primary business segments:
- Electricity Segment: Ormat develops, builds, owns, and operates geothermal, solar PV, and recovered energy-based power plants in the United States and internationally. It sells the electricity generated from these plants, contributing significantly to renewable energy adoption worldwide.
- Product Segment: This segment involves designing, manufacturing, and selling equipment for geothermal and recovered energy-based electricity generation. Ormat also provides services related to the engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) of these power plants. Their proprietary Ormat Energy Converter (OEC) technology is a key component of their product offerings.
- Energy Storage Segment: Ormat owns and operates grid-connected storage systems that provide capacity, energy, and ancillary services directly to the electric grid, enhancing grid reliability and efficiency.
Ormat has a robust portfolio of 69 U.S. patents, reflecting its commitment to innovation and technological advancement. The company has engineered, manufactured, and constructed power plants that it either owns or has installed for utilities and developers worldwide. Their flexible and modular solutions are tailored to a wide range of geothermal and recovered energy resource characteristics, making them a versatile player in the renewable energy market.
Recent developments include the expansion of Ormat’s presence in the Caribbean through a geothermal project in Dominica. The company’s latest financial reports show significant growth, with a record quarterly revenue of $183.9 million in the Electricity segment and a 56.7% increase in the Product segment's adjusted EBITDA. These achievements underscore Ormat’s successful execution of its growth strategy, driving double-digit net income and adjusted EBITDA expansion.
Ormat employs around 470 people in the United States and over 600 overseas, highlighting its global footprint and capacity for international project execution. The company’s blend of operational expertise, innovative technology, and strategic growth initiatives positions it as a formidable force in the renewable energy landscape.
Ormat Technologies (NYSE: ORA) announced a secondary offering of 3,500,000 shares of common stock on behalf of ORIX Corporation. Ormat will not sell any shares or receive proceeds from the offering. BofA Securities and J.P. Morgan act as joint book-running managers, with a 30-day option for underwriters to purchase an additional 525,000 shares. The offering is made under a shelf registration statement filed with the SEC, and participation is forthcoming based on the related prospectus. This move highlights Ormat's strategic positioning in the renewable energy sector.
Ormat Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: ORA) reported a 10.7% YoY increase in total revenues for Q3 2022, reaching $175.9 million, bolstered by growth in its Electricity segment, which rose 7.1%.
Operating income also saw an 8.1% increase to $38.9 million, while net income climbed 21.5% to $18.1 million. Despite a decrease in gross profit margin to 34.7%, driven by previous insurance proceeds, the outlook remains positive with a 150% increase in backlog and a secured $100 million contract in New Zealand and Indonesia. Guidance for total revenues in 2022 is between $720 million and $735 million.
Ormat Technologies (NYSE: ORA) will publish its Q3 2022 financial results on November 2, 2022, after market close. A conference call to discuss the results is scheduled for November 3, 2022, at 9:00 a.m. ET. Interested participants can join by calling designated numbers for the U.S., Canada, or internationally. The webcast will be available on the company's Investor Relations website. Ormat Technologies is recognized for its expertise in geothermal and energy storage, owning and operating approximately 3,200 MW of gross capacity across several countries.
Ormat Technologies has announced significant new contracts in geothermal energy, including a 59MW EPC contract with Contact Energy in New Zealand and a 6MW supply deal with Sarulla Operations Ltd. in Indonesia. These contracts will contribute approximately $100 million in expected revenue and increase Ormat's product segment backlog to $150 million, the highest since 2020. The projects are set for delivery and construction in 2023 and 2024.
Ormat Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: ORA) reported a 15.1% year-over-year increase in total revenues for Q2 2022, totaling $169.1 million. The electricity segment grew 12.9%, while adjusted EBITDA rose 19.1% to $100.7 million. Operating income surged 34.9% to $38.6 million. Despite strong top-line growth, net income fell 13.6% to $11.3 million, impacted by foreign currency losses. The company reiterated its 2022 guidance, expecting revenues between $710 million and $735 million.
Ormat Technologies has launched the Casa Diablo-IV (CD4) geothermal power plant in California, which operates at 30 MW. CD4 will supply 7 MW to Silicon Valley Clean Energy and Central Coast Community Energy through 10-year agreements, and 16 MW to Southern California Public Power Authority over 25 years. This facility is significant as it's the first geothermal plant in the region for 30 years and utilizes Ormat's advanced binary technology to provide renewable energy with zero carbon emissions. With CD4, Ormat's total generating capacity now reaches 1,163 MW.
Ormat Technologies, known for its expertise in geothermal and recovered energy generation, will release its Q2 2022 financial results on August 3, 2022, post-market. A conference call to discuss these results is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. ET on August 4, 2022. Investors can participate by dialing the provided numbers or joining the live webcast through the company's Investor Relations.
Ormat Technologies (NYSE: ORA) announced an upsized private offering of $375 million in 2.50% Green Convertible Senior Notes due 2027. The offering is targeted at qualified institutional buyers and is expected to close on June 27, 2022. The notes will be unsecured, convertible under specific conditions, and will mature on July 15, 2027. Proceeds are estimated at $364.9 million, allocated for share repurchases, repayment of Series 3 Bonds, and funding eligible green projects. A capped call transaction aims to reduce potential stock dilution upon conversion of the notes.
Ormat Technologies (NYSE: ORA) has announced plans to offer $350 million in Green Convertible Senior Notes due 2027. The offering targets qualified institutional buyers and includes an option for initial purchasers to acquire an additional $52.5 million. The unsecured Notes will mature on July 15, 2027, and interest payments will begin January 15, 2023. Proceeds will be allocated for share repurchases, prepayment of bonds, and general corporate purposes, with a focus on financing eligible green projects. The company also intends to enter capped call transactions to mitigate potential dilution.
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