Playing my part, Tara’s story
Joined 2019, Ireland – Before I joined Lightsource bp I’d worked on numerous energy projects from a variety of angles. I’ve got a degree in civil and environmental engineering, and a PhD in asset management, the combination of which has allowed me to appreciate both the technical and commercial realities of infrastructure development. With this in mind, my role at Lightsource bp is the perfect fit. As the Head of Development for the UK and Ireland, I am responsible for optimising our asset base there and determining future development strategy.
For me, one of the best things about my job is the variety, and the people I work with. There is a great team spirit at Lightsource bp, and I love that no two days are the same – I can spend the day embedded in a spreadsheet, negotiating a contract, or out walking a site meeting a landowner. Plus, you never know what’s around the corner when you work in Development, there will always be a new challenge or a new opportunity, depending on how you look at it!Then there’s the fact that working at Lightsource bp means being a part of something hugely important. I believe that we need to strive towards getting as close as we can to being 100% reliant on renewable energy and I see solar as having an enormous role to play in terms of getting us there. Lightsource bp is an amazing success story in terms of our growth over the last ten years, and when offered the opportunity to work on developing renewable assets in my home country, Ireland, I jumped at it.
Tara Reale, Head of Business Development, UK and Ireland
Be the Change, join Lightsource bp
We hope that you have enjoyed visiting our careers section and learning more about who we are. If you’re ready to take the next step, link up to our careers list below.
Related news
16 May, 2024
Raising the bar for agriculture and solar
In the heart of central France, Lightsource bp is working with a local cattle farmer to develop plans for a new form of agrivoltaic project.
14 May, 2024
Agrivoltaics: seamlessly blending solar energy and agriculture
Agrivoltaics, Agri PV, APV, and solar farming – common terms in the solar energy industry, but what do they mean and why are they important?
13 May, 2024
Emilie Wangerman appointed Chief Operating Officer USA
Lightsource bp is pleased to announce the appointment of Emilie Wangerman as our Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the United States and member of our executive team.
13 May, 2024
New office opening in Poland
Lightsource bp has opened a new office in the centre of Warsaw to support the company’ s growing team and expanding portfolio in Poland.
09 May, 2024
Sowing seeds of sustainability: Our approach to supporting pollinators and agriculture
Lightsource bp firmly believes that renewable energy and environmental stewardship go hand in hand.
08 May, 2024
How AI can help accelerate a renewable-powered future
Global solar capacity additions in 2023 alone were over 440GW, more than the entire installed power capacity of Germany and Spain combined.
02 May, 2024
Renewable energy demand is set to surge, here’s four reasons why
As global demand is expected to double by 2050, we are shifting towards an increasingly electrified future.
29 Apr, 2024
Financing of €315.34 million for Lightsource bp 560MWp solar project in Greece
This deal marks a key milestone for Lightsource bp’s growth in Europe and in Greece.
29 Apr, 2024
Lightsource bp celebrates World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2024
We’re celebrating World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2024, exploring the impacts of climate change on occupational safety and health.
26 Apr, 2024
Be the change: Lightsource Foundation shortlisted for three awards
The Lightsource Foundation has been shortlisted for three awards at both the Business Charity Awards, and Better Society Awards.