Lightsource's First Floating Solar Project Nears Completion
As construction of Lightsource’s flagship floating solar project nears completion, global interest in the ambitious project continues to gather momentum.
The project, Europe’s largest floating solar installation, was featured in today’s top 10 most read stories on the BBC News website.
Read the full BBC article here
More than 23,000 solar photovoltaic panels are being floated on the surface of the Queen Elizabeth II reservoir, near Walton-on-Thames, in Surrey.
Energy from the 6.3MW will be used to part power the nearby water treatment works.
The floating array is due for connection this month (March) and we’ll keep you updated with all the latest news right here on our website. Stay tuned to our page for more images and videos of this exciting project!
News
01 Dec, 2025
Innovating Solar Intelligence: Ysgol David Hughes sixth form students take on the sky camera challenge
Collaborating with the talented sixth form students of Ysgol David Hughes on Anglesey, through the STEM Cymru’s Engineering Education Scheme Wales (EESW).
29 Oct, 2025
The emerging corporate renewable procurement models
Hybrid PPAs, multi-buyer agreements, and innovative self-consumption solutions open new pathways for companies needing tailored renewable supplies.
21 Oct, 2025
Celebrating excellence in British Farming
Lightsource bp champions the agricultural industry and its vital role in shaping a sustainable future at annual Farmers Weekly awards.


