Business Details
17 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Solar Energy Solutions
Elgin Energy is an internationally renowned solar company with over 15 years of experience in designing and delivering sustainable energy projects. Founded in 2009, we lead global solar initiatives from origination to energisation, driven by core values of Care, Integrity, Excellence, and Agility. Our expertise spans project development, construction management, grid connections, asset management, and energy trading, supported by a 98% planning success rate across 150+ projects. Operating in the UK, Ireland, Germany, Australia, and Italy, we prioritise safety, innovation, and environmental stewardship.Our team's deep industry knowledge ensures optimal performance of solar and storage assets, while our outward-looking perspective fosters global impact. With a 15GW+ pipeline, we deliver emission-free electricity, enhance grid security, and promote energy independence. Our commitment to transparency and client collaboration has earned trust from landowners and partners worldwide, exemplified by landmark portfolio sales and industry-leading financing successes. As pioneers in subsidy-free solar ventures, we continue to shape a low-carbon future through cutting-edge technology and strategic partnerships.
Services
Solar PV
Storage
Project Development
Construction Management
Grid Connections
Asset Management
Trading and Optimisation
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We have 15+ years of experience in utility-scale solar project development.
- Our 98% planning success rate demonstrates exceptional project execution capabilities.
- We operate across five key international markets with a 15GW+ project pipeline.
- Our comprehensive services cover all project phases from origination to optimisation.
- We pioneered subsidy-free solar ventures with landmark portfolio sales exceeding 300MW.
What people say
Extremely professional
Knowledgeable
Successful outcome
Reliable income stream
Seamless integration
Services
Solar PV
Elgin Energy's solar PV solutions utilise advanced photovoltaic technology to convert sunlight into grid-compatible electricity. Our projects deliver emission-free energy while reducing fossil fuel dependence and enhancing biodiversity through discreet solar farm designs. With global mass production making solar economically viable, we've developed over 150 projects across five countries.
Storage
Our grid-connected storage facilities provide strategic energy reserves using lithium-ion technology. These systems balance intermittent renewables, ensure stable energy flow, and support zero-carbon transitions by matching green energy supply with dynamic demand patterns across multiple markets.
Project Development
Elgin Energy's pre-construction team achieves ready-to-build status for solar projects with consistent quality across jurisdictions. We specialise in securing planning permissions, having obtained 4GW+ of solar permissions globally, including 98% success rate in challenging environments.
Grid Connections
Specialising in seamless grid connections, our team develops efficient strategies for solar and storage projects. We've successfully connected major projects like Bann Road Solar Farm, the largest operational solar farm in Ireland, ensuring optimal grid performance.
Asset Management
Elgin Energy's asset management services ensure optimal performance of solar and storage assets globally. Our dedicated team maintains 20+ operational projects across the UK and Ireland, focusing on technical efficiency, regulatory compliance, and long-term value maximisation.
People
Dermot Kelleher
Chief Executive Officer
Dermot Kelleher leads Elgin Energy's global operations as CEO, bringing extensive renewable energy expertise to drive strategic growth and project execution excellence across international markets.
Questions
What solar services does Elgin offer?
Elgin provides comprehensive solar services including project development, grid connections, construction management, asset management, and energy trading solutions.
In which countries does Elgin operate?
We operate across the UK, Ireland, Germany, Australia, and Italy with regional offices in London, Dublin, Sydney, Rome, and Munich.
What is Elgin's planning success rate?
Elgin maintains a 98% planning success rate across our solar project portfolio, reflecting our expertise in regulatory compliance and project execution.
How does Elgin approach energy storage?
We utilise lithium-ion battery systems to create grid-connected storage facilities that balance renewable energy supply and demand while ensuring grid security.
Can landowners partner with Elgin for solar projects?
Yes, we collaborate with landowners to develop solar farms, providing long-term income streams while maintaining agricultural land viability through innovative integration techniques.
Does Elgin offer subsidy-free solar solutions?
Yes, we pioneered subsidy-free solar projects in the UK, successfully delivering 76MW of subsidy-independent capacity at Bann Road and other locations.
