Greenvolt Next, part of the Greenvolt Group, a specialist in renewable energy solutions for the commercial and industrial sector, today announces the completion of a 2.2MWp ground-mounted solar farm at the Astellas Damastown facility in Dublin.
Greenvolt Next delivered a high-impact renewable energy solution in four months, a timeframe that is increasingly critical to support energy security in today’s volatile energy landscape. Managing every stage of the project, from concept/design to installation and commissioning, Greenvolt Next continues to support Astellas Dublin’s site with ongoing maintenance and performance reviews.
The solar farm which is now live features 3,192 solar panels and five inverters, supplying 27% of the site’s electricity needs and reducing Scope 2 CO₂ emissions by 310 tonnes annually. It marks a significant milestone in Astellas Dublin’s sustainability journey, strengthening operational resilience, lowering environmental impact while maintaining operational excellence.
Designed with future growth in mind, the system can accommodate additional inverters and battery storage integration, allowing the facility to expand its renewable energy capacity as operational needs evolve. This is part of Astellas ongoing commitment to contribute to the sustainability of society through its business activities.
Throughout the project, sustainability considerations extended beyond energy generation. At each stage, careful attention was given to protecting and enhancing site biodiversity. Large bug hotels were constructed using reclaimed tree stumps, multiple bat boxes were installed, and a significant number of native Irish trees were planted to promote local ecology and support long-term biodiversity on the site. The solar farm is also visible along the site’s 1.1km riverwalk, offering employees and visitors a clear view of the facility’s commitment to renewable energy and environmental stewardship.
Gino Gautier, Global CEO DG of the Greenvolt Group, commented, “This project shows how efficiently we can deliver on-site solutions at this level. In just four months, we supported Astellas in reducing its energy costs and improving predictability in a context of continued market uncertainty. The ability to combine speed with high-quality execution is increasingly important for organisations looking for these types of solutions, and we’re very pleased to meet that need.”
Leon Burns, Capital Projects Lead, Astellas Ireland, commented, “In just four months, Greenvolt Next has delivered a solar farm which boosts our sustainability credentials and offers scalability. Underpinned by their resources and expertise, this installation is already making a tangible difference to our business operations.”
