First Solar’s $1.5 Billion Revolving Credit Facility
February 20, 2026
Cravath represented First Solar, Inc. in connection with its $1.5 billion revolving credit facility. First Solar is America’s leading photovoltaic solar technology and manufacturing company, and the only US‑headquartered company among the world’s largest solar manufacturers. The transaction closed on February 13, 2026.
The Cravath team included partners Joseph D. Zavaglia and Isaac C. Beerman and associate Nigle B. Barrow III on financing matters; of counsel Elizabeth Albert on derivatives matters; and partner Arvind Ravichandran on tax matters. Yasmeen Shrestha also worked on tax matters.
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