About us
We are Lightsource bp – a global leader in solar development, management and operations. For over a decade we’ve been actively working to change the way our world is powered, with sustainable and responsible solar power. Since 2010 we have been deploying affordable, reliable, large-scale solar to help businesses and communities decarbonise.
Our rapidly growing business is constantly learning, investing and pushing boundaries to help drive the energy transition at pace and scale. We harness and grow talent from all sectors to help accelerate the need for a low-carbon future. Our people and projects are focussed on supporting long-term sustainable growth and strengthening the resilience of the world around us.
Lightsource and bp partnered in 2017, and currently operate as a 50:50 joint venture. Recently, bp has announced the intention to fully acquire Lightsource bp.
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Lightsource bp solar projects
Utility-scale solar projects help decarbonise energy systems and provide security of supply. These projects also help facilitate regional prosperity through local economic growth. Watch this video to find out more about our solar projects progressing across the world and visit our featured projects page.
How we do business
We provide our customers with an end-to-end solution for renewable solar energy. Our operating model is underpinned by our core values, enabled by agility and innovation, and governed by corporate functions.
Our strengths
Global reach and buying power, Financing capability, Track record in delivery, Investment in innovation
Underpinned by our core values:
Safety, Integrity, Respect, Sustainability and Drive
Develop & Build
Recently named largest solar developer in the world, we have established a track record in developing solar assets from early-stage greenfield, through to late-stage M&A and ‘Ready to build’ status.
Manage & Operate
Our team are highly skilled in managing performance and operations of utility-scale solar assets for over 12 years. This includes a mixed portfolio of Lightsource bp-owned projects and third-party assets. We continue to invest in the latest AI technology to improve returns and performance.
Own & Asset Partnerships
As part of accelerating the energy transition we also provide opportunities around the world for utilities and investors looking to acquire and grow their own renewable portfolios.
Our growth story
Lightsource bp began as a small UK start-up in 2010, and now we have become a global leader, recognised as one of the largest solar developers in the world. Lightsource bp entered the Greek market in 2020.
Find out more about how we have built a giga-scale business that is people and culture centric, our joint venture partnership with bp and how we build and grow meaningful partnerships across the energy transition.
Team and culture
The foundation of our business is built on a culture of collaboration and inclusiveness. As a company growing at significant pace and scale, we continue to invest in supporting our team members to be encouraged and empowered to change the world. Find out more about how we place inclusivity and creativity at the heart of what we do.
The future of energy: going beyond solar
Energy storage
Lightsource bp's in-house energy storage team is currently working on a 3GW pipeline of opportunities across three continents. Optimising energy storage will play a key role in sustainable solar, including faster, deeper and smarter decarbonisation of electricity grids, and diversification of revenue for projects. For our customers, it also means more stability and security of supply.
Co-location: wind and solar
Pairing solar and wind generation with energy storage is a powerful proposition. Wind and solar generate electricity at different hours and seasons. Combining them, along with storage, can maximise the grid capacity available. We’re exploring how these renewable hubs can speed deployment, bring more projects to fruition, and generate consistent flows of clean power.
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Join Lightsource bp
Choose a career where you are empowered to change the world! If you are passionate about accelerating the energy transition, and looking to join a global collaboration of team members focused on delivering sustainable power, visit our careers page to find out more about working at Lightsource bp.