With this agreement, Elmya expands its British EPC portfolio, where it has been present since 2011, emphasizing its position in the energy sector. The company, which specializes in renewable energy and electrical installations, will be responsible for the construction of the Ducklington Farm photovoltaic plant in West Oxfordshire County for Innova Renewables, a renewable energy business with over 60 projects under development in the UK using a wide range of innovative solutions, combining PV with BESS, totaling more than 24GW in all.
Innova Renewables is committed to the development, acquisition, and operation of innovative renewable projects that provide decentralized and regeneration energy solutions for decarbonization and environmental sustainability, as well as local communities.
Gordon Pope, Director of Project Delivery at Innova said, "We are delighted to be collaborating with Elmya in the construction of Ducklington solar farm and look forward to seeing how the build progresses over the coming months, and to continue strengthening our working relationship with Elmya "
Elmya will oversee all phases of the Ducklington Farm project with an approximate capacity of 27.5MWp, from design and construction to commissioning and plant operation. Additionally, for this project, the Spanish multinational company will prioritize the hiring and support of the local workforce and community resources, making it a positive alliance for all parties involved.
"This agreement marks a significant milestone in Elmya's strategic decision to re-enter the British market. After consolidating our leadership as an EPC contractor in Spain, this is the natural step, given our strong track record and references in the United Kingdom. Doing this hand in hand with such a significant player as Innova makes us proud and confident that we are on the right path. I anticipate a long and fruitful collaboration with them," comments Gerardo Rodríguez Pagano, CEO of Elmya EPC.
The solar power plant is expected to be operational in January 2025 and generate enough electricity to power over 13,300 households while preventing the emission of 12,585 tons of CO2. Elmya will leverage the most advanced and innovative technology to achieve the highest possible yields in a country with less solar radiation than many other European markets.
Elmya's first international project in the UK was in 2011. Since then, the Spanish renewable energy company has connected 2.5GWp worldwide. Specifically, in the British market, Elmya has experience with 30 projects and 165MWp connected.
"The United Kingdom has become a strategic market for Elmya. Therefore, this agreement with Innova Renewables is a significant step in its consolidation and development within our company. We were already present in this country through our business unit Elmya Energy, and now the return of our EPC division to a market where we have always felt at home," explains Rodríguez Pagano.
