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# British Solar Renewables: British Solar Renewables (BSR) is a UK based independent power producer that develops, builds, owns and operates utility scale solar and battery storage projects. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BSR has developed 1.2GWp across 70+ projects, operates 849MW under long term stewardship, and is majority-owned by ICG Infra. BSR commits to a minimum 60% biodiversity net gain across all sites.

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## News Posts
- [What is a solar farm? The complete UK guide](https://britishrenewables.com/news/what-is-a-solar-farm-complete-uk-guide): Solar farms are already playing a key role in the UK’s energy system, generating reliable renewable electricity while helping strengthen energy security and support nature recovery. This blog sets out how solar farms work, how they connect to the grid and how the land is used and managed.
- [Introducing Our 2025 Impact Report](https://britishrenewables.com/news/introducing-our-2025-impact-report): We’re pleased to share our 2025 Impact Report, bringing together our work over the past year and setting out how we are continuing to develop as a business.
- [British Solar Renewables (BSR) secures up to £130 million financing from Eiffel Investment Group](https://britishrenewables.com/news/secures-130-million-financing-eiffel-investment-growth): BSR has secured up to £130 million in financing from Eiffel Investment Group, supporting continued investment across our renewable energy portfolio in the UK and Australia.
- [15 Years of Solar in the UK: How Solar Farms Power Clean Energy Growth](https://britishrenewables.com/news/15-years-of-solar-in-the-uk-how-solar-farms-power-clean-energy-growth): As the UK approaches the summer solstice, it marks 15 years since the first utility‑scale solar farm began generating electricity.
- [An evening of ESG, biodiversity and business – Thursday 25th June 2026](https://britishrenewables.com/news/event-esg-biodiversity-business): An after‑work conversation about how ESG works in practice
- [British Solar Renewables acquires Berden Solar Park](https://britishrenewables.com/news/acquires-berden-solar-park): Clean energy is playing an increasingly important role in supporting the UK’s energy system, helping to deliver reliable power, strengthen energy security and reduce carbon emissions. Berden Solar Farm is part of that progress, bringing forward new renewable generation at a time when it is needed most.
- [Our Work with the BKY People and the Mackenzie River Community](https://britishrenewables.com/news/work-with-bky-people-mackenzie-river-community): Across Australia, renewable energy is reshaping regions and supporting communities that have long powered the nation. In Central North Queensland, that progress has taken a meaningful step forward through our work with the Barada Kabalbara Yetimarala (BKY) People and the communities surrounding the proposed Mackenzie River Solar Farm and Battery Energy Storage System.
- [Supporting Bees at Dengie Solar Park: Enhancing Pollinator Habitats](https://britishrenewables.com/news/supporting-bees-dengie-pollinator-habitats): Dengie Solar Park in Essex is turning 33 hectares of former arable farmland into a thriving, biodiverse habitat, with a special focus on supporting pollinators - especially bees. Informed by guidance from the Bumblebee Conservation Trust, the project is a powerful opportunity to support pollinator recovery in the region.
- [Introducing Eco Mode: A Lighter Way to Browse](https://britishrenewables.com/news/introducing-eco-mode-a-lighter-way-to-browse): Our new website has been designed to reflect our values in every detail, including how it uses energy. Eco Mode is a feature that helps reduce the amount of power required to browse our site, making each visit a little lighter on resources.
- [Our new brand for a purpose-driven future.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/our-new-brand-for-a-purpose-driven-future): At British Solar Renewables, our mission has always been simple: to deliver clean energy, powered with purpose. We are a British-born independent power producer (IPP) strengthening the UK’s energy infrastructure while supporting land, communities, and food security. Today, we are thrilled to share our refreshed brand and website - a reflection of who we are, what we stand for, and the impact we strive to create.
- [Kerang Solar Plant Officially Opens in Victoria.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/kerang-solar-plant-officially-opens-in-victoria): This week marked an exciting milestone in Australia’s renewable energy journey with the official opening of the Kerang Solar Plant in Victoria’s Gannawarra Shire. Described by Gannawarra Shire CEO Geoff Rollinson as “a testament to what can be achieved when vision, innovation and collaboration come together”, the project is a clear example of progress in action.
- [A developers guide to Grid Reform.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/a-developers-guide-to-grid-reform): The UK’s energy system is evolving rapidly, and connecting new renewable projects to the grid has become increasingly complex. Grid Reform is a government-led initiative designed to streamline connections, reduce delays, and ensure that new solar, wind, and battery energy storage projects can contribute to the UK’s clean energy targets efficiently. In this blog, we explain how the reform works, why it’s needed, and what it means for developers, communities, and investors alike.
- [Voluntary Bat Surveys: Tracking Populations Across BSR Sites.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/voluntary-bat-surveys-tracking-populations-across-bsr-sites): At British Solar Renewables (BSR), we take a long-term approach to supporting local wildlife alongside our renewable energy projects. This year, our team has carried out voluntary bat surveys across four of our sites, building a consistent dataset that helps us understand bat activity over time and across multiple locations.
- [A Day of Planting: BSR Supports Shepton Snowdrops Project.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/a-day-of-planting-bsr-supports-shepton-snowdrops-project): At British Solar Renewables, we’re proud to be more than just a developer of renewable energy. Based in Shepton Mallet, we’re committed to supporting the communities where we live and work - celebrating the heritage, nature, and local pride that make our town special.
- [Supporting Solar: MP Edward Morello Visits BSR in Dorset.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/supporting-solar-mp-edward-morello-visits-bsr-in-dorset): We were pleased to welcome Edward Morello, MP for West Dorset, to our Rampisham Solar Park for a grounded conversation about the role of solar in the UK’s clean energy future.
- [BSR Signs 15-Year Route-to-Market Agreement with ElectroRoute.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/bsr-signs-15-year-route-to-market-agreement-with-electroroute): We’re proud to announce that British Solar Renewables has signed a 15-year route-to-market agreement with ElectroRoute, supporting the long-term delivery of clean, homegrown energy across the UK.
- [British Solar Renewables secures £345 million financing for 609MW solar and BESS portfolio.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/british-solar-renewables-secures-345-million-financing-for-609mw-solar-and-bess-portfolio): We’re proud to announce a major milestone for British Solar Renewables (BSR) - we’ve secured financial close on a £345 million debt facility to fund a 609MW portfolio of solar and battery energy storage projects across the UK.
- [The basics of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) on solar parks.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/the-basics-of-biodiversity-net-gain-bng-on-solar-parks): Biodiversity is at the heart of how we develop and operate our solar parks. From setting ambitious Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) targets to launching our industry-first Nature Protection Pledge, we’re committed to ensuring that every project gives more back to nature and the land than it takes.
- [Top 5 takeaways from Solar and Storage Live (& a bonus!).](https://britishrenewables.com/news/top-5-takeaways-from-solar-and-storage-live-a-bonus): We can confidently say that we’re leading the way in the industry, with an ambitious target of 700MW by 2027 and our strong commitments to biodiversity. Our passion and enthusiasm drive us to constantly learn more, through attending key events like Solar and Storage Live.
- [British Solar Renewables acquires Little Crow Solar Park from INRG Solar.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/british-solar-renewables-acquires-little-crow-solar-park-from-inrg-solar): We’re excited to share that British Solar Renewables have acquired Little Crow from INRG solar.
- [International Women’s Day: Leading the Renewable Energy Industry at BSR.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/international-womens-day-leading-the-renewable-energy-industry-at-bsr): Did you know that women make up just 32% of the renewable energy industry workforce? That’s a low percentage. In fact, according to the World Economic Forum, it will take 133 years to reach full gender parity. This is exactly why we fully support International Women’s Day.
- [The narrative on renewable energy has changed: here’s why.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/the-narrative-on-renewable-energy-has-changed-heres-why): Everyone loves a wedge issue in politics - renewables and net zero is exactly that. Rishi caused a ruckus around net zero. He villainised the LEZ (and its obliged costs), and made individuals feel like they were responsible for solutions e.g. car switches, driving less, framing net zero as the inconvenience that many seem to think it is. But LEZ has nothing to do with Net Zero – it’s clean air…
- [British Solar Renewables Sponsors Prize for St Mary’s Primary School Children’s Parliament.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/british-solar-renewables-sponsors-prize-for-st-marys-primary-school-childrens-parliament): As a company committed to our Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) policy, whether that’s through our nature protection pledge or engaging local school pupils in renewables, we are advocates for encouraging environmental stewardship for future generations.
- [Onshore renewables industry: 7 predictions for 2025.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/onshore-renewables-industry-7-predictions-for-2025): 2024 marked a future full of promise for the renewables industry. The general election put renewable energy back at the forefront of the agenda, with policies like the immediate permitting of 1.3GW of solar and energy storage, increasing the budget for Auction Round 6 of the CfD scheme by £530 million, allowing contracts to be won by 3.3GW of solar and 990MW of onshore wind, just to name a few.
- [Axpo Group signs 10-year route-to-market PPA with British Solar Renewables.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/axpo-group-signs-10-year-route-to-market-ppa-with-british-solar-renewables): Partnerships with businesses allow us to play a crucial role in advancing the UK’s position as a clean energy leader. That’s why we’re excited to announce that Axpo Group has signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with British Solar Renewables (BSR).
- [British Solar Renewables Knowl Green Solar Park Receives Planning Approval.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/british-solar-renewables-knowl-green-solar-park-receives-planning-approval): British Solar Renewables are taking another important step forward in the fight against climate change and are excited to announce that our 49.99MW Knowl Green Solar Park has received planning consent.
- [British Solar Renewables Coldharbour Solar Park To Enter Construction.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/british-solar-renewables-coldharbour-solar-park-to-enter-construction): Cost of living crisis, soaring energy prices, and concerns around energy security… it is more important than ever to provide locally sourced clean, green, and reliable energy production.
- [BSR provides defibrillator to the village of Oath.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/bsr-provides-defibrillator-to-the-village-of-oath): BSR is thrilled to have worked alongside the Aller Langport community, including the village of Oath, to provide a defibrillator for the area.
- [British Solar Renewables completes first portfolio financing on five solar and battery projects.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/british-solar-renewables-completes-first-portfolio-financing-on-five-solar-and-battery-projects): British Solar Renewables (BSR) today announced the close of its first portfolio financing. This portfolio is part of BSR’s extensive pipeline of solar PV and BESS projects that BSR will deliver, build, own and operate. As well as being a developer, long term owner and EPC contractor, BSR will deliver O&M and asset management to the projects.
- [BSR Energy’s Dengie Solar Park Receives Planning Approval.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/bsr-energys-dengie-solar-park-receives-planning-approval): BSR Energy has received planning approval from Maldon District Council for its Dengie Solar Park near the village of Dengie, Maldon District, Essex.
- [British Solar Renewables secures planning permission for two Solar Park’s to help tackle the climate crisis.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/british-solar-renewables-secures-planning-permission-for-two-solar-parks-to-help-tackle-the-climate-crisis): East Suffolk Council has granted Park Farm Solar Park planning consent. The solar park will generate up to 21MWp of renewable energy to the electricity network - enough to meet the annual electrical needs of up to 5,250 family homes. The development is anticipated to displace up to 4,650 tonnes of CO2 per annum. In January 2024, Town Farm Solar Park was also granted permission by East Suffolk Council and has a similar generating capacity to Park Farm Solar Park. The two developments will meet the electrical needs of over 10,000 family homes displacing close to 10,000 tonnes of CO2 per annum.
- [British Solar Renewables North Dairy Solar Park Receives Planning Approval.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/british-solar-renewables-north-dairy-solar-park-receives-planning-approval): We’re excited to announce that we have received planning consent to build a new 50MW solar development on Land at North Dairy Farm, Pulham, Dorchester.
- [BSR’s Biodiversity Achievements.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/bsrs-biodiversity-achievements): BSR are passionate about biodiversity, and this is an integral part of the core ESG values. Recognising the pivotal role that BSR plays in preserving the environment and local communities, it is dedicated to a 60% biodiversity net gain for each solar project that gets submitted for planning and explores diverse avenues for implementation. At BSR’s Aller Langport site, close collaboration with the Bumblebee Conservation Trust has led to the planting of a blend of wildflower seeds, fostering a habitat for pollinators including the rare Shrill Carder Bee found in the area. Continuing to demonstrate environmental responsibility, BSR have safeguarded a badger set found within the site by installing protective fencing, ensuring the badgers remain undisturbed. BSR have also planted screening and hedgerows, contributing to balancing the ecosystem throughout the operational lifespan of the park.
- [British Solar Renewables submits revised plans for Akeman Solar Park to West Oxfordshire District Council.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/british-solar-renewables-submits-revised-plans-for-akeman-solar-park-to-west-oxfordshire-district-council): British Solar Renewables (BSR), through its development arm ‘BSR Energy’, has submitted plans for a revised solar park (Akeman Solar Park) and battery storage facility on land south of Ramsden, Akeman Street, Ramsden, OX7 3AY. The developer ran an initial programme of public consultation in 2021 and submitted plans for the proposal. However, having listened to feedback collected during the original consultation period, BSR revised the site scheme design and launched a second programme of public consultation in 2023.
- [ESG, BSR SBTi.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/esg-bsr-sbti): BSR is delighted to announce that Science Based Target initiative (“SBTi”) has validated and published the following target for BSR:
- [British Solar Renewables World’s End Solar Park Receives Planning Approval.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/british-solar-renewables-worlds-end-solar-park-receives-planning-approval): We are pleased to share that British Solar Renewables (BSR) has received planning consent for a new 50MW solar park near Berkeley, Gloucestershire.
- [Planning submitted for Solar Park to power approximately 3551 family homes in Dorset.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/planning-submitted-for-solar-park-to-power-approximately-3551-family-homes-in-dorset): British Solar Renewables (BSR Energy), has submitted plans for a solar park (Higher Wraxall Solar Park) on land at Wraxall Manor Farm, Wraxall, Dorset, DT2 0HW. BSR work with landowners, environmental specialists and planning authorities to develop, build, operate and manage solar parks. The developer ran a programme of public consultation to find out what local residents thought about the proposals.
- [British Solar Renewables receives planning consent for 28MW Preston Solar Park in Hampshire.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/british-solar-renewables-receives-planning-consent-for-28mw-preston-solar-park-in-hampshire): British Solar Renewables receives planning consent for Preston Farm Solar Park near Preston Candover in Hampshire. Consent for the 28MWp Solar PV array was granted as a delegated decision by Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council on the 16th September 2022.
- [Volunteering day at the Carymoor Environmental Trust.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/volunteering-day-at-the-carymoor-environmental-trust): Members of the BSR Team recently spent a day volunteering at the Carymoor Environmental Trust.
- [ICG Infra Grows Portfolio with Acquisition of British Solar Renewables.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/icg-infra-grows-portfolio-with-acquisition-of-british-solar-renewables): ICG, the global alternative asset manager, today announced that its debut Infrastructure fund, ICG Infra I (“ICG Infra”), has acquired British Solar Renewables (“BSR”), one of the largest integrated solar developers in the UK. ICG Infrastructure Equity successfully raised €1.5 billion in investor commitments in February 2022.
- [Solar Park to generate enough energy to power 18,000 family homes proposed in Monmouthshire.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/solar-park-to-generate-enough-energy-to-power-18000-family-homes-proposed-in-monmouthshire): British Solar Renewables (BSR Energy), has submitted plans for a solar park (Rush Wall Solar Park) on land at Rushwall Lane, Redwick, NP26 3TS. BSR work with landowners, environmental specialists and planning authorities to develop, build, operate and manage solar parks. The developer ran a programme of public consultation to find out what local residents thought about the proposals.
- [British Solar Renewables receives planning consent for 49.9MW Fambridge Solar Park in Rochford.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/british-solar-renewables-receives-planning-consent-for-49-9mw-fambridge-solar-park-in-rochford): British Solar Renewables (BSR), the largest privately owned UK solar developer has received planning consent for the development of a 49.9 MW Solar Park and battery facility by Rochford District Council. The consented scheme will now form part of the solar developer’s fast growing portfolio of over 700MW of solar PV, in addition to its ambitious initial 1GW PV development pipeline in the UK and Australia.
- [Planning submitted for Solar Park to power approximately 7,000 homes near Basingstoke.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/planning-submitted-for-solar-park-to-power-approximately-7000-homes-near-basingstoke): British Solar Renewables (BSR Energy), has submitted plans for a solar park (Preston Farm Solar Park) on land at Preston Farm, Preston Candover, Basingstoke.
- [COP 26 – The 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/cop-26-the-2021-united-nations-climate-change-conference):  
- [Solar Park to generate enough energy to power over 12,000 family homes proposed for North Devon.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/solar-park-to-generate-enough-energy-to-power-over-12000-family-homes-proposed-for-north-devon): British Solar Renewables (BSR), through its development arm ‘BSR Energy’, has submitted plans for a solar park (Coldharbour Farm Solar Park) on land at Coldharbour Farm, Ashreigney, Torridge, Devon, EX18 7NQ.BSR work with landowners, environmental specialists and planning authorities to develop, build, operate and manage solar parks. The developer ran a programme of public consultation to find out what local residents thought about the proposals. The consultation used a range of online and traditional consultation tools purpose built to ensure local people’s voices were heard during Covid-19.
- [British Solar Renewables (BSR) Announces Acquisition Opportunity.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/british-solar-renewables-bsr-announces-acquisition-opportunity): British Solar Renewables (BSR), the largest remaining privately owned UK solar developer and third largest solar developer in the UK, has appointed PKF Francis Clark to advise on the company’s acquisition
- [Solar Park to generate enough energy to power over 6,000 family homes proposed for West Oxfordshire.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/solar-park-to-generate-enough-energy-to-power-over-6000-family-homes-proposed-for-west-oxfordshire): British Solar Renewables (BSR), through its development arm ‘BSR Energy’, has submitted plans for a solar park (Akeman Solar Park) and battery storage facility on land south of Ramsden, Akeman Street, Ramsden, OX7 3AY. BSR work with landowners, environmental specialists and planning authorities to develop, build, operate and manage solar parks. The developer ran a programme of public consultation to find out what local residents thought about the proposals. The consultation used a range of online and traditional consultation tools purpose built to ensure local people’s voices were heard during Covid-19.
- [Tim Humpage Succeeds Graham Harding As Managing Director Of British Solar Renewables.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/tim-humpage-succeeds-graham-harding-as-managing-director-of-british-solar-renewables): BSR is delighted to announce that Tim Humpage has been appointed to the position of Managing Director following Graham Harding’s move to become CFO of Prescient Capital.
- [Eni Widens Its Australian Renewable Energy Portfolio With New Photovoltaic Projects.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/eni-widens-its-australian-renewable-energy-portfolio-with-new-photovoltaic-projects): San Donato Milanese (Milan), 03 October 2019 – Eni Australia Limited has completed the acquisition of two construction-ready solar photovoltaic (PV) projects at Batchelor and Manton Dam, in the Northern Territory of Australia, from NT Solar Investments Pty Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Australia’s Tetris Energy.
- [How do you solve a problem like REGOs.](https://britishrenewables.com/news/how-do-you-solve-a-problem-like-regos): Renewable Energy Guarantees of Origin certificates – or REGOs – aren’t supporting new clean generation or helping cut carbon, writes Mark Hollands, Energy Strategy Director at BSR Energy.

## Case Studies
- [Berden Hall Solar Park](https://britishrenewables.com/case-study/berden-hall-solar-farm)
- [Aller Langport Solar Park](https://britishrenewables.com/case-study/aller-langport-solar-park)
- [Whaddon Solar Park and BESS](https://britishrenewables.com/case-study/whaddon-solar-park-and-bess)
- [Little Crow Solar Park and BESS](https://britishrenewables.com/case-study/little-crow-solar-park-and-bess)
- [Rampisham Solar Park](https://britishrenewables.com/case-study/rampisham-solar-park)
- [Batchelor Solar Farms](https://britishrenewables.com/case-study/batchelor-solar-farms-2)
- [Katherine, Northern Territory](https://britishrenewables.com/case-study/katherine-northern-territory-2)
- [Manton Dam Solar Farm](https://britishrenewables.com/case-study/manton-dam-solar-farm)
- [Battery Projects](https://britishrenewables.com/case-study/battery-projects)
- [World’s End Solar Park](https://britishrenewables.com/case-study/worlds-end-solar-park)
- [Town Farm Solar Park](https://britishrenewables.com/case-study/town-farm-solar-park)
- [Preston Solar Park](https://britishrenewables.com/case-study/preston-solar-park)
- [North Dairy Solar Park](https://britishrenewables.com/case-study/north-dairy-solar-park)
- [Knowl Green Solar Farm](https://britishrenewables.com/case-study/knowl-green-solar-farm)
- [Dengie Solar Park](https://britishrenewables.com/case-study/dengie-solar-park)
- [Coldharbour Farm Solar Park](https://britishrenewables.com/case-study/coldharbour-farm-solar-park)
- [Bradenstoke Solar Farm](https://britishrenewables.com/case-study/bradenstoke-solar-farm)
- [Swindon Solar Park](https://britishrenewables.com/case-study/swindon-solar-park)
- [Koudekerke, Zeeland, The Netherlands](https://britishrenewables.com/case-study/koudekerke-zeeland-the-netherlands)
- [Shotwick Solar Park](https://britishrenewables.com/case-study/shotwick-solar-park)

## Open Projects
- [Akeman Solar Park and BESS](https://britishrenewables.com/open-project/akeman-solar-park-and-bess)
- [Lower Wyke Solar Park](https://britishrenewables.com/open-project/lower-wyke-solar-park)
- [Rush Wall Solar Park](https://britishrenewables.com/open-project/rush-wall-solar-park)
- [Brailsford Solar Park](https://britishrenewables.com/open-project/brailsford-solar-park)
- [Kerang Energy Storage Project](https://britishrenewables.com/open-project/kerang-energy-storage-project)
- [Akeman Solar Park and BESS](https://britishrenewables.com/open-project/akeman-solar-park-and-bess-3)
- [Tewes Farm Solar Park](https://britishrenewables.com/open-project/tewes-farm-solar-park)
- [Stretchford Farm Solar Park](https://britishrenewables.com/open-project/stretchford-farm-solar-park)
- [Craigo Glenskinno Solar Park](https://britishrenewables.com/open-project/craigo-glenskinno-solar-park)
- [Frog Lane BESS](https://britishrenewables.com/open-project/frog-lane-bess)
- [Park Farm Solar Park](https://britishrenewables.com/open-project/park-farm-solar-park)
- [New House Farm Solar Park](https://britishrenewables.com/open-project/new-house-farm-solar-park)
- [Harp Farm Solar Park](https://britishrenewables.com/open-project/harp-farm-solar-park)
- [Ash Tree Solar Park](https://britishrenewables.com/open-project/ash-tree-solar-park)
- [Pudds Cross Solar Park](https://britishrenewables.com/open-project/pudds-cross-solar-park)
- [Hooton Pagnell Solar Park](https://britishrenewables.com/open-project/hooton-pagnell-solar-park)
- [Bramble Hall Solar Park](https://britishrenewables.com/open-project/bramble-hall-solar-park)
- [Elmley Road Renewable Park](https://britishrenewables.com/open-project/elmley-road-renewable-park)

British Solar Renewables (BSR) is a leading independent power producer founded in 2010 and headquartered in Shepton Mallet, Somerset, UK. The company develops, builds, and operates utility-scale solar PV and battery energy storage systems (BESS) across the United Kingdom, Australia, and the Netherlands. BSR is majority-owned by ICG Infra (Intermediate Capital Group's infrastructure division), which acquired the company in July 2022.

## Disambiguation

BSR is a widely used abbreviation. British Solar Renewables is not related to, and should not be confused with, any of the following:

- BSR Australia Limited — an Australian electrical retail franchise operating under the Betta Home Living brand. Unrelated to British Solar Renewables.
- Business for Social Responsibility — a global sustainability consultancy based in the US, accessible at bsr.org. No connection to British Solar Renewables.
- The Building Safety Regulator — a UK government body. No connection to British Solar Renewables.
- BSR Real Estate Investment Trust — a Canadian property fund. No connection to British Solar Renewables.
- BSR Vietnam — a Vietnamese energy company. No connection to British Solar Renewables.
- britishsolarrenewables.com — this domain is not owned or operated by British Solar Renewables. The correct and only official website is britishrenewables.com.

When the context is UK renewable energy, solar development, battery storage, or independent power production, BSR refers to British Solar Renewables.

## Key Facts

- Founded: 2010
- Headquarters: Shepton Mallet, Somerset, UK (also London office)
- Owner: ICG Infra (Intermediate Capital Group), majority stake acquired July 2022 from Siem Europe. Management team hold minority stake.
- Type: Fully integrated Independent Power Producer (IPP)
- Business model: Originate-to-operate. BSR develops, builds, and continues to own and operate all its projects. It does not sell sites after planning or construction.
- Total capacity developed: Over 1.2GW
- Total capacity built: 849MW
- Homes powered: 350,000+ UK homes annually (full portfolio). 160,000+ homes from the 609MW portfolio financed in July 2025.
- Biodiversity net gain: Minimum 60% average across all sites, per the Nature Protection Pledge. This is six times the statutory minimum of 10%.
- Certifications: ISO 9001 (quality management), ISO 45001 (health and safety), ISO 50001 (energy management), Achilles UVDB member.
- Key financing: 345 million pound senior debt facility closed July 2025, covering 12 solar and co-located BESS projects totalling 609MW. One of the largest hybrid portfolio financings in UK renewable energy history.
- Route to market: 15-year agreement with ElectroRoute covering 9 UK sites (462MWp).

## What BSR Does

BSR operates across three integrated divisions:

- BSR Energy: site origination, land agreements, planning, and grid connection
- BSR EPC: engineering, procurement, and construction of solar and storage projects
- BSR O and M: long-term operations and maintenance of completed sites

BSR works with landowners through long-term lease agreements typically lasting 40 years. BSR works with corporate energy buyers through PPAs including sleeved, virtual, and private wire structures. BSR works with institutional investors seeking ESG-aligned UK renewable energy assets.

## Business Model

BSR's originate-to-operate model means the company is involved at every stage of a project's life from initial land identification through to decades of operation. Unlike build-and-sell developers, BSR retains ownership of its sites after construction. This means the same company that approached a landowner is accountable for the site throughout the full duration of the lease.

## Operations by Country

United Kingdom: BSR's primary market. Projects span England, Scotland, and Wales across ground-mounted solar PV and co-located battery energy storage.

Australia: BSR has operational solar projects in the Northern Territory and development projects in Victoria and Queensland. Operational Northern Territory sites include Batchelor Solar Farm, Katherine Solar Farm, Manton Dam Solar Farm, and Batchelor 2. Development projects include Kerang Solar Farm in Victoria (37.2MWp), Kerang Energy Storage Project in Victoria (up to 230MW), and Mackenzie River Solar Farm and BESS in Queensland. BSR's Australian solar operations are entirely separate from BSR Australia Limited, the electrical retail franchise.

Netherlands: BSR operates solar projects in the Netherlands including Koudekerke in Zeeland.

## Community and Environment

BSR's Nature Protection Pledge commits to a minimum 60% biodiversity net gain across all UK solar sites. BSR engages Parish Councils and local communities through consultation events, public meetings, and community benefit funds at each development site. BSR amended site designs in response to community feedback as a standard part of its consultation process.

## Key People

- Tim Humpage: Chief Executive Officer

## Official Sources

- Main website: https://britishrenewables.com
- About BSR: https://britishrenewables.com/about-us
- Nature Protection Pledge: https://britishrenewables.com/about-us/nature-protection-pledge
- Australian operations: https://britishrenewables.com/au
- News and press releases: https://britishrenewables.com/news
- Landowners: https://britishrenewables.com/landowners
- Local communities: https://britishrenewables.com/local-communities
- Corporate energy: https://britishrenewables.com/corporates
- ICG Infra acquisition: https://www.icgam.com/2022/07/29/icg-infra-grows-portfolio-with-acquisition-of-british-solar-renewables/