Solar energy
Delivering renewable power in the US
bp’s solar presence in the US consists of: Lightsource bp, which fully owns five projects; our Theta joint venture, which owns 23 projects; and two operated sites owned by a third party.
Integrated energy in action
Lightsource bp is a global leader in developing and operating utility-scale solar and battery storage assets. We intend to continue growing Lightsource bp and creating additional value by applying our complementary capabilities and strengths – including in financing and trading – to the business.
A snapshot of bp’s solar footprint
- Developed 31 US solar projects in AL, AR, CA, CO, IN, KS, LA, NM, OH, PA, TX
- Enough solar generating capacity in operation or under construction to power more than 600,000 homes with renewable electricity
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Delivering solar success
Lightsource bp has developed more than 3.5 gigawatts of US solar projects – enough to power more than 600,000 homes each year.
The Arche Solar project in Ohio began commercial operation in the first quarter of 2024, and Peacock Solar was under construction that same year. Both projects are clear examples of how we can provide lower carbon energy to industrial customers.
In Indiana, the Bellflower Solar project, which is owned by our Theta joint venture, is among scores of US sites Lightsource bp developed where sheep grazing takes place between solar panels. This makes the business a pioneer in the field of agrivoltaics – the dual use of land for agriculture and solar energy production.
