Renewable energy for Ireland
Develop. Finance. Build. Operate.
Lightsource bp is on a mission to become a global leader in onshore renewables, anchored by our proven track record in solar development. We work with utilities, businesses, local communities and governments to help meet the rising demand for affordable, reliable and sustainable energy.
As a leading developer, financier and operator of utility-scale renewable energy projects, we have been building and growing meaningful partnerships across the energy transition for over a decade. Our approach to renewables provides many benefits to our partners worldwide by leveraging economies of scale, ethical and sustainable procurement, and continuous improvement on quality and efficiency.
We are growing at pace and scale, going beyond business as usual, to act as an enabler of the energy transition.
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About us
Find out more about Lightsource bp. As a business, we care deeply about the impact of our projects, our culture and values, and our team members. We believe that sustainability and social responsibility are crucial for long-term business success, which is why they are embedded within our business model, holding us accountable to these principles.
Responsible, sustainable power
Sustainability is at our core. Our sustainability framework shows how we’re decarbonising the world’s energy landscape through responsibly developed solar projects.
Be inspired by our projects
Our responsibly developed utility-scale projects provide affordable and sustainable energy to businesses and local communities around the world. These projects are underpinned by our core values, with a focus on ethics and supporting the energy transition. Find out more about how our projects champion local biodiversity, promote agricultural land use, and support local economies.
Latest news
24 Oct, 2024
bp completes acquisition of Lightsource bp
bp has completed its acquisition of the remaining 50.03% interest in Lightsource bp.
04 Oct, 2024
Plans for proposed Knockanure solar and energy storage installation shared with community
Lightsource bp are holding a community event to share their proposal to fund and develop a 193MWac solar and 149MW energy storage installation on 599 acres at Knockanure.
31 Jul, 2024
Video: Solar leases – a landowner’s perspective
Lightsource bp has been working on solar projects across the UK and Ireland for over a decade, and we’ve formed strong partnerships with the landowners of our projects.
24 Jul, 2024
Video: Lightsource bp partners with the Ulster Farmers’ Union in Northern Ireland
Lightsource bp, building on a long history of developing renewable energy projects across the island of Ireland, has announced its new membership of the Ulster Farmers’ Union.
Join Lightsource bp
Choose a career where you are empowered to change the world! If you are passionate about accelerating the energy transition and are looking to join a global collaboration of team members focused on delivering renewable energy, visit our careers page to find out more about working at Lightsource bp.