San Jose, California, October 16, 2025
News Summary
GAF Energy has announced the closure of its San Jose production facility, affecting 138 jobs. The relocation to Georgetown, Texas, is set for December 31, 2025. Despite plans for a solar-focused hub, the company is centralizing operations in response to market changes and will assist employees during the transition.
San Jose, California – GAF Energy has announced plans to close its San Jose production center and relocate its operations to Texas, resulting in the elimination of over 100 jobs. The decision will affect a total of 138 positions, including technicians, engineers, roofers, and managers. A WARN (Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification) notice was filed with California’s Employment Development Department to officially notify of the impending layoffs.
The San Jose facility, located at 5981 Optical Court, is scheduled for permanent closure around December 31, 2025. Despite having leased the building in 2021 with the intention of establishing a solar-oriented manufacturing hub, the company has now opted to centralize its operations and manufacturing efforts at its headquarters in Georgetown, Texas.
GAF Energy specializes in roof shingles integrated with solar panels and is responding to ongoing shifts within the solar industry that dictate a focus on key markets. The company has expressed that the difficult decision to close the San Jose facility was made with significant consideration, and it expressed gratitude towards its employees in California.
While it’s unclear if the employment projections of 250 to 300 workers at the San Jose site, which the company had stated in 2021, were ever reached, it remains uncertain how many employees, if any, will choose to relocate with the company to Texas following the closure.
In preparing for the closure, GAF Energy has committed to assisting impacted employees during the transition. This move is part of a wider trend where companies are shifting operations from California to Texas, often citing improved market opportunities. The relocation decision comes during a time when both federal and state incentives for solar companies are becoming less favorable, alongside a shifting market landscape.
Texas has emerged as a significant hub for energy and technology firms due to its less stringent regulatory environment compared to California. The city of Georgetown, Texas, where GAF Energy is relocating, has been recognized as the fastest-growing U.S. city for three consecutive years, attracting various industries, including manufacturing and technology.
GAF Energy, which is owned by Standard Industries, had previously established a manufacturing facility in Texas in 2021. The company’s recent relocation aligns with its strategy to enhance efficiencies and improve collaboration among its teams.
The trend of relocating from California to Texas is not unique to GAF Energy; major companies like Oracle, Tesla, and Charles Schwab have also made similar moves in recent years, reflecting a larger industry shift amid evolving business climates.
Key Facts at a Glance
- Company: GAF Energy
- Closure location: San Jose, California
- Job cuts: 138 positions
- Closure date: December 31, 2025
- New location: Georgetown, Texas
- Past employment projections: 250 to 300 jobs at San Jose facility
- Current ownership: Standard Industries
- Relocation trend: Companies moving from California to Texas
FAQ Section
What will happen to GAF Energy’s San Jose facility?
GAF Energy will shut its San Jose production center and relocate operations to Texas.
How many jobs will be affected by the closure?
The closure will affect 138 jobs in various positions including technicians, engineers, roofers, and managers.
When is the San Jose facility set to close?
The San Jose facility will permanently close around December 31, 2025.
Why is GAF Energy relocating its operations?
A spokesperson stated the move is in response to ongoing changes in the solar industry and aims to focus on key markets.
Will employees have the option to relocate with the company?
It is uncertain how many employees, if any, will relocate to Texas following the plant’s closure.
What assistance will GAF Energy provide to affected employees?
The company will assist impacted employees during the transition.
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Additional Resources
- Austin American-Statesman
- Wikipedia: Solar Panel
- The Mercury News
- Google Search: GAF Energy move to Texas
- Los Angeles Times
- Google Scholar: GAF Energy relocation
- San Antonio Express-News
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Energy companies relocation
- SFGate
- Google News: GAF Energy Texas headquarters
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