What Highfield Solar does

Highfield Solar is an Ireland-exclusive solar PV developer founded in 2014 as a joint venture between Highfield Energy Services (Dublin) and Aura Power (Bristol). The company specializes in developing ground-mounted solar PV energy parks, with an operational portfolio of 282MWp, 199MWp nearing completion, and a 700MW late-stage development pipeline. Key assets include Gaskinstown (93MWp, County Meath), Rathnaskillogue (106MWp, County Waterford), Gillinstown (136MWp, County Meath, operational since December 2022), and Rosspile (138MWp, Leinster, operational since 2022). The 272MWp portfolio developed with JV partner ib vogt was divested to international institutional investors for approximately €230 million in late 2025/early 2026.

The company operates a direct, relationship-based go-to-market targeting Irish landowners through phone outreach, letters, and in-person meetings to secure option leases for suitable land (minimum 15 acres with viable grid connection). Development is supported by participation in Ireland's RESS 2 (Renewable Electricity Support Scheme) auction, which provides secured long-term revenue contracts aligned with Ireland's 80% renewable electricity target by 2030. The business model combines asset development with eventual divestment to institutional capital partners, supplemented by retained operational assets generating electricity revenue. Project financing (e.g., €65M debt facility in February 2024 for Gaskinstown) is secured on a per-project basis.

Highfield Solar's core technology is conventional ground-mounted solar PV generation, with competitive differentiation rooted in rigorous site selection (evaluating solar irradiation, grid proximity, topography, zoning), in-house project execution from site identification through operational management, and deep regulatory relationships stemming from founders' prior Wind Prospect experience. The 275GWh annual clean electricity output from the 272MWp sold portfolio powered approximately 65,600 Irish households while preventing roughly 70,250 tonnes of CO2 emissions annually.

Name

Highfield Solar

Legal name

Highfield Solar

Website

https://highfieldsolar.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Highfield Solar is an Ireland-exclusive ground-mounted solar PV developer (founded 2014, JV between Highfield Energy Services and Aura Power) with 282MWp operational and 700MW in development, serving institutional investors and Irish landowners via RESS 2-supported projects.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Solar Energy Development

NAICS

Solar Electric Power Generation (221114), Electric Power Generation (22111), Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution (2211)

SIC

Electric Services (4911), Cogeneration Services & Small Power Producers (4991), Land Subdividers & Developers (No Cemeteries) (6552)

akta.pro primary industry

Utility-Scale PV Project Development & Permitting (EUACAGAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Solar Balance-of-Plant EPC (Piles/Foundations, Trenching, Combiner Networks) (EUAEADAJ), Land Acquisition, Site Preparation & Civil Works (Geotech, Grading, Roads, Drainage) (EUACAGAL), Solar Financing, Leasing & Ownership Platforms (Tax Equity, PPA, Securitization) (EUAMABAJ)

Keywords

• Solar PV development
• Ground-mounted solar
• Utility-scale solar
• Renewable energy parks
• Solar project development

Headquarters

HQ city

Dublin

HQ country

Ireland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Solar Farm Development and Operation: Highfield Solar develops ground-mounted solar PV energy parks, generating revenue through electricity generation once operational. The company maintains projects through their operational lifecycle, with solar panels having an operating life of at least 25 years.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels1 record

Core offering

Highfield Solar develops ground-mounted solar PV energy parks exclusively in Ireland. The company manages all project stages from initial site identification through planning, construction, and operational management, then divests completed assets to international institutional investors. Revenue is supported by Ireland's Renewable Electricity Support Scheme (RESS 2) auction framework.

Product overview

Highfield Solar is a solar PV development company operating exclusively in Ireland through a joint venture between Highfield Energy Services and Aura Power. The company specializes in ground-mounted solar PV energy parks, with a portfolio consisting of four named projects: Gaskinstown (93 MWp), Rathnaskillogue (106 MWp), Gillinstown (136 MWp), and Rosspile (138 MWp). Currently, 282 MWp is operational, 199 MWp is nearing completion, and 700 MW is in late-stage development. The company handles all aspects of project development from site identification through planning and construction to operational management, and participates in Ireland's Renewable Electricity Support Scheme (RESS 2).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Gaskinstown Solar Farm A 93 MWp ground-mounted solar PV energy park located in County Meath, Ireland, developed through a joint venture between Highfield Solar and ib vogt. The project is supported under Ireland's RESS 2 auction scheme and was financed with €65 million in debt from Rabobank.
• Rathnaskillogue Solar Farm A 106 MWp ground-mounted solar PV energy park located in County Waterford, Ireland, developed through the Highfield Solar and ib vogt joint venture. Nearing completion as part of the 272MWp portfolio.
• Gillinstown Solar Farm A 136 MWp ground-mounted solar PV energy park located in County Meath, Ireland. Operational since December 2022.
• Rosspile Solar Farm A 138 MWp ground-mounted solar PV energy park located in Leinster, Ireland. Operational since 2022.

Quantifiable outcome

• 282MWp operational, 199MWp nearing completion, 700MW in late-stage development
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Highfield Energy ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint venture partner and co-founder of Highfield Solar. Based in Dublin, Highfield Energy was founded by two former Wind Prospect directors to develop and provide consultancy on renewable energy projects. The management team has deep knowledge of Ireland's energy market, grid infrastructure, and planning process.
• Aura PowercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint venture partner and co-founder of Highfield Solar. Aura Power is a renewable energy developer and adviser founded in 2013, based in Bristol, United Kingdom. Their developments include the 10MW Carlam Hill Solar Park near Hull, one of the UK's largest community solar parks.
• ib vogtcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint venture partner in Irish solar development. ib vogt led the development and subsequent divestment of a 272MWp portfolio of three Irish solar PV projects (Gaskinstown, Rathnaskilloge, Clonin North) for approximately €230 million to international institutional investors.
• Irish Government RESS 2 SchemecoreOthersIreland's Renewable Electricity Support Scheme 2 (RESS 2) auction scheme supports renewable electricity targets. Highfield Solar projects including Gaskinstown (93MWp) are secured under this scheme, providing revenue support for development.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Amarenco: European solar PV developer with active operations in Ireland; develops ground-mounted utility-scale projects and competes for RESS scheme support. Comparable on developer role, project scale, and target markets.
• Highfield Energy Services: Dublin-based renewable energy consultancy and co-founder of the Highfield Solar JV; founded by former Wind Prospect directors. Deeply comparable on Irish market focus, team, and project pipeline.
• Econergy Renewable Energy: European solar PV and storage developer with utility-scale projects; active in Ireland through RESS auctions. Comparable on developer business model, project scale, and European geographic focus.
• BNRG Renewables: Ireland-focused solar PV developer with operational and pipeline projects in Ireland. Direct competitor for land, grid connections, and RESS auction awards in the same Irish market Highfield serves.
• ib vogt: German-headquartered utility-scale solar PV developer and EPC contractor; Highfield's JV partner on the 272MWp Irish portfolio that was divested for ~€230M. Highly comparable on technology, project scale, and developer/investor GTM.
• Aura Power: Bristol-based renewable energy developer and adviser (founded 2013); JV co-founder of Highfield Solar. Develops ground-mounted solar including the 10MW Carlam Hill community solar park. Comparable on developer profile, target geography, and project delivery model.

Broad incumbents

• Lightsource bp: Global utility-scale solar PV developer with significant European pipeline; active in Ireland and competes for utility-scale projects and RESS auction wins. Comparable on project scale and developer-led model, broader geographic footprint.
• Solarcentury (now Statkraft): UK-originated utility-scale solar developer (acquired by Statkraft); operates European project pipeline including Ireland. Comparable on developer role and project scale in adjacent UK/Irish market.
• ESB (Electricity Supply Board): Irish state-owned electric utility with growing solar and renewable portfolio; key grid and PPA counterparty. Overlaps with Highfield on project development and competes for utility-scale renewable build-out in Ireland.
• Statkraft Ireland: Norwegian state-owned renewable energy generator with Irish operations developing wind and solar assets. Competes in RESS auctions for new build rights and is a likely institutional counterparty in Irish solar PPAs.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/highfield-solar

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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