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11 Jul, 2024
Lightsource bp teams up with Plymouth university to capture biodiversity on site
Solar projects offer an ideal location for wildlife to thrive, boosting the biodiversity and resilience of local ecosystems.
Read story30 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
27 Nov, 2023
Team onboarding: Lightsource bp site visits in 2023
This year, Lightsource bp hosted eight onboarding solar site visits. A total of 285 team members, including 25 interns, were actively engaged in these informative sessions.
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.
21 Nov, 2023
Lightsource bp deepens involvement with Solar Energy UK
We’re broadening our commitment to Solar Energy UK, the UK’s established solar trade association, working for and representing the entire solar and energy storage value chain.
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.
15 Nov, 2023
30 team members receive SCQF Level 7 qualification
Lightsource bp is committed to supporting team members expanding their knowledge and skills, and we are proud to offer a range of learning and development opportunities to all
14 Nov, 2023
Showcasing our knowledge at Solar & Storage Live 2023
Lightsource bp’s presence at Solar & Storage Live 2023 was an opportunity to connect with our partners, exchange knowledge, and showcase innovation to other industry leaders.
14 Nov, 2023
Be the change: philanthropy update
See how we have been giving back recently, from Lightsource Foundation news and events, to community projects.
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!
27 Sep, 2023
Record renewable energy growth keeps 1.5° target alive says IEA report
‘Staggering’ progress in solar is helping to keep 1.5° goal alive.