Enviromena acquires 68 MWp Longpasture solar farm from Bluefield Solar and Lightrock Power
Type: Acquisition · Technology: Solar · Country: United Kingdom · Capacity: 68 MWp · Announced: 2026-08-24
Enviromena acquired the 68 MWp Longpasture solar farm in County Durham from Bluefield Solar and Lightrock Power in summer 2025. Enviromena has now started construction on the project, targeting energisation for autumn 2027. Once operational, the Longpasture solar farm is expected to generate enough electricity to supply approximately 14,000 homes annually. The development will also include ecological enhancement measures and a £100,000 community benefit fund administered by Point North.
Analysis
Enviromena acquired the 68 MWp Longpasture solar farm in County Durham from Bluefield Solar and Lightrock Power in summer 2025. Enviromena has commenced construction, targeting energisation for autumn 2027, with the project expected to supply approximately 14,000 homes annually. The development includes ecological enhancement measures and a £100,000 community benefit fund administered by Point North.
Key points
- Acquisition of 68 MWp Longpasture solar farm
- Acquired from Bluefield Solar and Lightrock Power
- Targeting energisation for autumn 2027
- Expected to supply approximately 14,000 homes annually
- Includes £100,000 community benefit fund
Counterparties
- Lightrock Power (Seller)
- Enviromena (Buyer)
- Bluefield Solar (Seller)
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