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March 31, 2026 Baird Equity Research
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Sustainable Energy and Mobility
Assessing Valuations for Our Coverage
Valuation check-in as we near the end of Q1. Global uncertainty at the macro level has
heightened investor scrutiny on the outlooks across our coverage. Secular tailwinds relating
to load growth, energy security, and domestic procurement of energy and materials are still
alive and strong, however, we believe that several stocks trading at outsized multiples may
be at risk in the current market. We outline where each of our names is trading and highlight
brief commentary below.
■ Looking at our list as a whole - q/q comparison. Broadly speaking, our list continues
to trade at a premium to historical averages as investors have owned renewables names
through the early innings of this energy infrastructure investment cycle. See our year-end
2025 valuation update note here.
■ Contextualizing our analysis. Here we compare the current P/E and EV/EBITDA multiples
for our coverage to each company's respective historical range. Importantly, our references
to the current premium/discount are in regard to the average (arithmetic mean) multiple
at which each name has traded since going public, and each company's time period is
different.
■ Names trading at the widest premium/discount to historical EV/EBITDA ranges.
Examining the forward EV/EBITDA multiples across our coverage, the names trading at the
highest premium relative to historical average are METC (117%), HASI (89%), and TSLA
(57%). On the other hand, the steepest discounts are FSLR (49%), FLNC (34%), and ARRY
(32%).
■ Names trading at outsized multiples - risk given uncertain global market backdrop.
- BE: BE is currently trading at 44.5x forward EBITDA and 63.5x forward earnings despite
relative weakness over the last five trading sessions (down 15% vs S&P 500 down ~3%).
Even at these multiples, we remain buyers of BE as we believe the fundamental business
backdrop has strengthened and believe consensus estimates are calibrated.
- FLNC: FLNC's forward EBITDA and EPS multiples of 20.5x and 216.4x, respectively,
are among the highest on our list. We remain cautious on shares given a 2H-weighted
cadence of the year and several formidable competitors which we believe adds risk to the
margin outlook for the business.
■ Names which screen attractively.
- DAR: With estimates in an upward revision cycle and a major overhang removed last
week (note here), we view a 9.5x forward EBITDA multiple as attractive.
- ITRI: Despite questions regarding ITRI's ability to meet/exceed its 2027 financial targets,
we view the current valuation as attractive and see demand questions as being a "when"
rather than "if".
- MWH: A forward EBITDA multiple of 14.2x is relatively low compared to many of our
power-exposed names (an PWR 26.0x, PRIM 13.7x). We are encouraged by backlog
which covers nearly all of 2026 guidance.
- ORA: A high degree of visibility into revenue/earnings and stable business model draw
us to ORA amidst uncertainty (14.8x forward EBITDA).
■ Valuation is a frequent source of pushback for BE, GEV, and TSLA.
■ See details section below for charts and additional information.
Please refer to Appendix
- Important Disclosures
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INDUSTRY UPDATE
Prices as of 3/30/2026
Ticker Price Mkt Cap
(mil) Rating Risk
ALB $177.22 $20,889 O A
AMRC $24.77 $1,320 O A
ARRY $6.88 $1,051 N H
BE $119.51 $31,505 O S
DAR $60.37 $9,653 O H
FLNC $13.00 $2,403 N S
FSLR $184.70 $19,862 N H
GEV $817.35 $228,858 O H
HASI $35.84 $4,937 O A
ITRI $83.88 $3,867 O A
LCID $9.15 $2,857 N S
METC $14.43 $796 O H
MP $45.59 $7,992 O S
MWH $28.51 $5,773 O H
NXT $112.51 $17,102 O H
QS $5.96 $3,348 N H
RIVN $14.49 $17,866 O S
TSLA $355.28 $1,250,941 O H
Sources: FactSet and Baird Data
Ben Kallo, CFA
Sr. Research Analyst
bkallo@rwbaird.com
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Davis Sunderland
Sr. Research Associate
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Details
Note: LCID, QS, & RIVN excluded as they do not have positive NTM EPS history
Note: 0.0x indicates negative NTM EPS; ranges and estimates over 100.0x trimmed to fit display
Source: FactSet
Source: FactSet
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Note: LCID, QS, & RIVN excluded as they do not have positive NTM EBITDA history
Note: 0.0x indicates negative NTM EPS; ranges and estimates over 100.0x trimmed to fit display
Source: FactSet
Source: FactSet
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Valuation & Risks
Albemarle Corporation (ALB)
Valuation
$210 price target. Our price target is based on ~17x our 2027E EV/EBITDA, compared to lithium peers at a mean
of ~12x, which we believe balances ALB's China exposure, recent strength in storage end markets, and near-term
supply/ demand dynamics.
Risks
Risks include: 1) weaker-than-expected end markets for bromine/lithium, 2) on-site challenges ramping lithium
capacity, 3) irregular timing of HPC sales, 4) negative changes to the supply/demand dynamic for lithium, and 5)
worse-than-expected cost-cutting initiatives.
Ameresco, Inc. (AMRC)
Valuation
$44 price target using a ~13x EV/EBITDA multiple on our 2026 estimates. This is slightly below peers at ~14x. We
think this multiple is valid balancing AMRC's project/energy asset pipeline and a near-term rush in demand with
potential project delays.
Risks
Risks include: 1) lumpy financials 2) cost overruns, 3) changes in government policy and 4) “key-man” risk.
Array Technologies, Inc. (ARRY)
Valuation
$10 price target assumes a ~10x EV/EBITDA multiple compared to solar supply chain/tracker comps which trade
at a range of ~8x-16x (mean ~9x). We believe this discount to NXT and in-line multiple compared to peers properly
balances ARRY’s competitive position, potential delays, and market risks.
Risks
Risks include: 1) slower-than-expected adoption of solar, 2) project delays, 3) competition, 4) technology risk, 5)
policy risk, 6) interest rate risk, and 7) supply chain risk.
Bloom Energy Corporation (BE)
Valuation
Our price target of $172 is based on a ~28x 2028E EV/EBITDA multiple — a premium to comps at a median ~26x
2026 estimates. We think this balances BE's differentiated technology and exposure to end market growth (both
in deal size and customer type).
Risks
Risks include: (1) limited operating history in a developing market, (2) regulatory risk, (3) customer concentration,
(4) manufacturing risk, (5) competition, and (6) need for further cost reductions to achieve profitability.
Darling Ingredients Inc. (DAR)
Valuation
$64 price target assumes ~10x 2027E EV/ EBITDA multiple for both core business and DGD. This is a premium to
its closest comp Neste (not covered) at ~9x 2027 estimates, its closest comp balancing DAR's high leverage ratio
with its unique core business (natural hedge).
Risks
Risks include: (1) commodity risk, (2) competition for procurement of raw materials, (3) small number of suppliers,
and (4) regulatory risk.
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Fluence Energy, Inc. (FLNC)
Valuation
$18 price target assumes a ~15x FY27E EV/EBITDA multiple which balances favorable OBBBA tailwinds and a
potential bookings acceleration with a competitive market and FEOC risks. Battery peers trade at a mean ~15x
2027 estimates.
Risks
Risks include: 1) nascent market, making projections difficult, 2) market leadership could be a risk long-term, 3)
applications segment success uncertain, 4) margin improvement uncertain, 5) cell supply issues potential, and 6)
li-ion overheating/fire risk.
First Solar, Inc. (FSLR)
Valuation
Our $205 SOTP-based valuation assumes ~$167 based on ~10x EPS utilizing fully ramped production capacity
with our base case ASPs/cost per watt, and ~$38 of tax credits based on our DCF analysis. Peers trade at a mean
~12x 2026 EPS estimates.
Risks
Risks include: 1) project delays, 2) changes to global subsidies, 3) falling polysilicon prices, and 4) industry
oversupply.
GE Vernova Inc. (GEV)
Valuation
$923 price target assumes ~26x multiple on our 2030E EV/EBITDA (9% discount), a premium to comps which trade
at a median 18x 2027 estimates. This premium is supported by GEV’s strong backlog position, U.S. listing, and
upside to long-term targets stemming from pricing power for slot reservations.
Risks
Risks include: 1) technology risk, 2) supply chain risk, 3) policy risk, 4) competition, 5) foreign exchange risk, 6)
health & safety risk, and 7) tariff risk.
HA Sustainable Infrastructure Capital, Inc. (HASI)
Valuation
$45 price target based on a ~15x P/E multiple to our 2026 estimate vs. comps at a median ~15x, which include
renewable equipment providers, asset managers, and yield vehicles. We believe this is justified due to HASI's
portfolio diversity/optionality and strong financial position.
Risks
Risks include (1) changes in the fiscal health of the U.S., (2) credit risk due to exposure to ESCOs and NGOS, (3)
energy prices, (4) interest rate risk, and (5) project risk.
Itron, Inc. (ITRI)
Valuation
$128 price target is based on ~15x our 2027E EV/EBITDA (comps mean ~15x). We believe this balances ITRI's
backlog and shift to higher margin business with potential headwinds regarding orders/visibility.
Risks
Risks include: (1) delays in project rollouts, (2) FX headwinds, (3) increasing international competition, and (4) slow
pace of utility decision-making.
Lucid Group, Inc. (LCID)
Valuation
Price target of $14 assumes ~10x our 2030E EV/EBITDA discounted back to YE:26 at a ~15% rate. This compares to
peers at a median ~14x 2026 EV/EBITDA. We believe this multiple balances our positive view of LCID’s technology
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with execution and ramp risks.
Risks
Risks include: 1) production ramp, 2) competition, 3) concentrated ownership, 4) early stages of company life with
new management, 5) new product launches, and 6) brand attractiveness.
Ramaco Resources, Inc. (METC)
Valuation
Price target of $30 is based on ~10x our 2030E adj. EBITDA discounted at 12%, a discount to MP which we value
at 23x. We believe this discount is justified given MP’s government support and significant execution risk ahead.
Risks
Risks include: 1) development/execution risk, 2) met coal market dynamics are driven by China, 3) competition, 4)
policy/government risk, 5) geopolitical risk, and 6) environmental risk.
MP Materials Corp. (MP)
Valuation
$80 price target is based on a ~19x EV/EBITDA multiple on our 2030 estimate (discounted at 9%) vs. Lynas, its
closest peer, trading at ~19x 2027 estimates. We believe this balances pricing risk with MP's positioning in a long-
term supply/demand imbalance and DoW partnership.
Risks
Risks include: 1) China dominates NdPr supply/pricing, 2) operating one mine, 3) potentially limited NdPr supply
could limit adoption, 4) management has limited experience in mine operations, and 5) NdPr demand/supply
dynamics could impact cash.
SOLV Energy, Inc. (MWH)
Valuation
$36 price target. We use a ~14x EV/EBITDA multiple compared to E&C comps which trade at a median ~13x 2027
estimates. We believe this balances MWH’s end markets which are growing faster than peers’. Solar supply chain
comps (secondary comp set) trade at a median ~11x 2027 estimates.
Risks
Risks include: 1) project timeline risk, 2) weather or other site-specific risk, 3) policy risk, 4) labor shortness, 5)
equipment availability, and 6) engineering risk.
Nextpower Inc. (NXT)
Valuation
$126 price target assumes a ~17x EV/EBITDA multiple on our F2028 estimates vs. ARRY (its closest comp) which
trades at ~9x 2027 estimates. We believe this balances NXT’s leading market position, strong backlog, and strong
cash generation with potential project delays and competitive pressure.
Risks
Risks include: 1) slower-than-expected adoption of solar, 2) project delays, 3) competition, 4) technology risk, 5)
policy risk, 6) interest rate risk, and 7) supply chain risk.
QuantumScape Corp. (QS)
Valuation
$12 price target. We use a discount rate of ~12% and assume terminal growth of ~5% in our DCF analysis. We are
encouraged by liquidity forecast and milestones to date; however, significant milestones are still ahead. We seek
additional datapoints on the go-to-market strategy before becoming more constructive.
Risks
Risks include: 1) QuantumScape is still pre-revenue, 2) we assume a slower production ramp, 3) production ramp
could prove difficult, 4) a competitive market from multiple parties, and 5) Volkswagen non-exclusivity positive and
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negative.
Rivian Automotive, Inc. (RIVN)
Valuation
$23 price target is based on ~25x our 2030 EBITDA estimate discounted back to YE:26 at a ~9% rate. This is a
premium to EV and traditional OEM comps (median ~11x 2026E EV/EBITDA) which we believe is justified given
its growth potential and brand.
Risks
Risks include: 1) production ramp, 2) slow pace of EV adoption 3) competition, 4) product and geographic expansion,
5) autonomous offering, 6) manufacturing expansion, and 7) software and services ramp.
Tesla, Inc. (TSLA)
Valuation
Our $548 price target is based on ~74x our 2030 EBITDA estimate discounted back to YE:26 at a 9% rate. This
is a premium to large-cap, high-growth peers (mean ~21x, range 4x-127x), which we believe is justified given its
growth prospects and several tailwinds.
Risks
Risks include: 1) key-man risk, 2) slow pace of EV adoption, 3) dependence on single-source suppliers for key
automotive parts, 4) limited advances in battery technology, and 5) challenging economic environment reduces
automobile demand.
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Appendix - Important Disclosures and Analyst Certification
Approved on 30 March 2026 17:30EDT/ Published on 31 March 2026 01:05EDT.
Covered Companies Mentioned
All stock prices below are the 3/30/2026 closing price.
Albemarle Corporation (ALB - $177.22 - Outperform)
Ameresco, Inc. (AMRC - $24.77 - Outperform)
Array Technologies, Inc. (ARRY - $6.88 - Neutral)
Bloom Energy Corporation (BE - $119.51 - Outperform)
Darling Ingredients Inc. (DAR - $60.37 - Outperform)
First Solar, Inc. (FSLR - $184.70 - Neutral)
Fluence Energy, Inc. (FLNC - $13.00 - Neutral)
GE Vernova Inc. (GEV - $817.35 - Outperform)
HA Sustainable Infrastructure Capital, Inc. (HASI - $35.84 - Outperform)
Itron, Inc. (ITRI - $83.88 - Outperform)
Lucid Group, Inc. (LCID - $9.15 - Neutral)
MP Materials Corp. (MP - $45.59 - Outperform)
Nextpower Inc. (NXT - $112.51 - Outperform)
QuantumScape Corp. (QS - $5.96 - Neutral)
Ramaco Resources, Inc. (METC - $14.43 - Outperform)
Rivian Automotive, Inc. (RIVN - $14.49 - Outperform)
SOLV Energy, Inc. (MWH - $28.51 - Outperform)
Tesla, Inc. (TSLA - $355.28 - Outperform)
(See recent research reports for more information)
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