Awards

“He’s a development genius,” Abramowitz said of Herskovits. “America wasn’t even in our sights, but he sealed the deal.”

He added: “After Governor Deal’s visit we got enthusiastic support for investing in Georgia and for bringing technology. It was one of the warmest receptions we received around the world, and I think it is grounded in the strong Jewish community. We heard nothing but appreciation for coming to jump-start the solar industry.”

Solar energy is in its infancy in Georgia. Herskovits has set his sights on developing similar projects across multiple markets. He said Project Glynn is the first of a dozen utility-scale solar projects that Energiya USA plans to launch in the Southeast.

“The state of Georgia and the Brunswick and Glynn County Development Authority have provided service and support throughout the project development that is incomparable to what we have seen elsewhere to date,” Herskovits said.

Up next for Energiya is the launch of a STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) education program with Glynn County students called Solar Rollers. The day after Energiya leaders accept the Eagle Star Deal of the Year award from Conexx on June 2, they will depart for Brunswick for the Solar Rollers launch.

Herskovits said the Conexx award combines his passion for green renewable energy and his love of Israel. “We are truly honored to receive the Deal of the Year award from an organization as impactful on U.S.-Israeli business relationships as Conexx.”