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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.
19 Dec, 2023
Solar power leads the way on affordable electricity
A new IRENA report shows that 86% of renewable electricity cost less than fossil fuel-generated electricity, with solar power leading the way.
11 Dec, 2023
Agrivoltaics: What it is, and why it’s key to scaling up solar
Agrivoltaics enables multiple land-use opportunities for solar farms that can enable food production through growing and cultivation of crops and grazing of livestock.
07 Dec, 2023
Lightsource bp and REA host energy transition roundtable at COP28
Lightsource bp and the UK’s Renewable Energy Association (REA) have hosted a high-level roundtable discussion at COP28.
05 Dec, 2023
Lightsource bp is championing solar at COP28
Lightsource bp is in attendance at COP28 to advocate for a crucial role for solar power in the energy transition.
30 Nov, 2023
bp agrees to take full ownership of Lightsource bp
bp has agreed to acquire the 50.03% interest it does not already own in Lightsource bp, enabling Lightsource bp’s continuing growth and high performance.
29 Nov, 2023
Solar and nature in perfect harmony
SolarPower Europe have released this year’s entries for their 2023 photo competition, Lightsource bp has submitted three entries, showcasing our projects in the UK, Greece and
24 Nov, 2023
Lightsource bp announced as finalists at UK Business Awards
We are incredibly proud to announce that Lightsource bp has been announced as finalists in two categories in the UK Business Awards (UKBA) 2023.
16 Nov, 2023
Here’s what the electrical grid of the future looks like
Today’s grids were built for a different age. A grid powered by renewables looks very different – with energy storage playing a key role in balancing supply and demand.
10 Nov, 2023
How a global renewable target can supercharge the solar sector
Electricity was responsible for 28% of all greenhouse gas emissions in 2020. Fortunately, we have a scalable, proven and affordable solution – renewable energy.
02 Nov, 2023
Lightsource Foundation raises a huge £1 million
Lightsource bp is proud to announce that the Lightsource Foundation has exceeded our ambitious goal of one million pounds in fundraising!
13 Oct, 2023
European Power Markets feature
We discuss how Lightsource bp has been building innovative solutions and meaningful partnerships across the energy transition.
29 Sep, 2023
European solar jobs increased 39% in 2022
Employment in the solar industry jumped by 39% in 2022, according to the latest EU Solar Jobs Report.
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