Solar firm looking for sites

The largest solar energy firm in the UK — Lightsource Renewable Energy — has begun engaging with businesses, schools and local communities in a bid to find potential sites to build solar farms here.

The move forms the first element of the company’s planned expansion into Ireland, where it is reportedly looking to spend around £500m (€710m) on building a portfolio of solar farms.

“We are excited by the opportunity for solar power in Ireland. Lightsource is committing significant financial investment and resource towards realising this opportunity. Any risks associated with the development of these solar projects, including installation costs, will be borne by Lightsource.