News & insights
08 Oct, 2024
Game Changers for farming, and for energy – Lightsource bp sponsors Farmers Weekly Awards
For the second year running, Lightsource bp has sponsored the Farmers Weekly Awards.
Read story24 May, 2023
Plans unveiled for Hett Moor solar project proposal
Lightsource bp is holding a community event to unveil the proposal for a solar farm at Hett Moor Farm,, Thinford.
24 May, 2023
Nick Boyle features on DealMakers podcast
Nick speaks about the need to shift to more sustainable energy, the power of predictable solar energy and how we can enable the world to rely on more renewables.
19 May, 2023
Showcasing sustainable energy – local MP visits Bedfordshire solar farm
We invited Andrew Selous MP (South West Bedfordshire) to visit our Manor Farm solar project, in his constituency, to provide a first-hand demonstration of ground-mount solar.
18 May, 2023
Lightsource bp joins the National Farmers Union – a natural partnership
Lightsource bp has reinstated membership of the National Farmers Union, as part of our commitment to supporting rural communities and businesses.
15 May, 2023
Optimising solar fleets: The ‘secret sauce’
Our Head of Global Business Operations, Adele Ara has been featured on episode #98 of Redefining Energy podcast.
11 May, 2023
Forterra’s solar power investment progresses in the UK
Construction is underway on Tiln solar farm in Retford, which will power leading building products manufacturer Forterra.
03 May, 2023
Rebecca Hosking inspires our team this Earth Month
This Earth Month, former documentary filmmaker Rebecca spoke to Lightsource bp about regenerative farming.
21 Apr, 2023
Celebrating ‘Earth Day’: how nature and solar farms can work together
This Earth Day, read how Lightsource bp is taking action to protect and enhance biodiversity on our solar farms.
19 Apr, 2023
Lightsource Foundation shortlisted at the Business Charity Awards 2023
We are delighted to have been shortlisted in the ‘Community Impact Category’ at the Business Charity Awards 2023.
14 Apr, 2023
Solar helps tip power sector past peak carbon
We are grateful to the Embassy for recognising Lightsource bp’s growth and commitment to Portugal’s energy transition.
12 Apr, 2023
Becoming a solar landowner – how does it work?
We’ve produced a new video explaining how our solar lease process works for landowners.
11 Apr, 2023
Planning application for 30MW Lincolnshire solar project submitted
Our 30MW Green Lane solar project in Lincolnshire was submitted to the local planning authority for consideration.