Ameresco Sunel Energy has been awarded the construction of Lightsource BP's 560 MW Enipeas solar project in Greece.

According to a statement, the flagship project is one of the largest solar power installations in Europe, underscoring Greece's commitment to sustainable energy and a resilient economy.

Ameresco Sunel Energy is a joint venture between Ameresco, a provider of integrated clean technology services specializing in energy efficiency and renewable energy, and Sunel Group, an international contractor in the engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) of photovoltaic projects.

Lightsource BP, a leading company in the development and management of solar energy projects, started operations in the UK in 2010 and has since developed solar projects totaling over 9.5 GW in 19 markets worldwide.

The Larissa and Fthiotida regions are home to the Enipeas project, which the European Union is co-funding through the NextGenerationEU fund. The project includes two clusters: Skopia, a southern cluster of 400 MWp, and Kallithea, a northern cluster of 160 MWp, where almost 970,000 photovoltaic panel units will be installed. Upon completion, the project is expected to generate 0.90 TWh of electricity per year, powering 225,000 households and avoiding carbon dioxide emissions by 379 kilotonnes per year.

STATEMENTS

"The 560 MWp Enipeas project makes a significant contribution to creating a more sustainable future for Greece, as it will provide affordable, secure, and cleaner energy, supporting the country's goals for decarbonisation and energy independence. We are delighted to partner with Ameresco Sunel Energy S.A. for Enipeas, one of the largest clean energy projects of its kind in Europe," said Natalia Paraskevopoulou, head of Lightsource bp in Greece. "In addition, the Enipeas project will help stimulate the local economy as the presence of workers and contractors will increase demand for housing, food, and other local services, creating additional income for local businesses and entrepreneurs."

"Our efforts are aligned with Lightsource BP's commitment to provide clean and safe energy, leveraging local dynamics as much as possible," said George Sakellaris, CEO of Ameresco. "We are delighted to partner with the Lightsource BP team to support the country's goals for decarbonization and energy independence, as well as the local economy."

"We are particularly pleased to be part of the Enipeas solar photovoltaic project. This partnership with Ameresco and Lightsource bp underscores our commitment to accelerate the transition to renewable energy in Greece," said Konstantinos Zygouras, CEO of Sunel Group. "Our team is committed to providing high-quality EPC services that will have a lasting impact on the local community and the environment."