WEALTH May 6, 2026 0 Comments

How Greenvolt Defied All Odds to Deliver a Cutting-Edge 2.2MWp Solar Farm for Astellas in Just Four Months—and What It Means for Your Next Big Investment

Ever wonder how a 2.2MWp solar farm could flip the script on energy use at a major facility in Dublin—and do it all in just four months? That’s exactly what Greenvolt Next pulled off at the Astellas Damastown site, turning sunlight into serious business juice with 3,192 solar panels humming away. This isn’t just about ticking environmental boxes; it’s a strategic play that slashes CO₂ emissions by a solid 310 tonnes each year while locking down 27% of the site’s power needs. Think of it as future-proofing on steroids—ready to scale with more inverters and battery storage as demand grows. Owen Power, the sharp-minded CEO, calls it “making renewable energy easy,” and frankly, that’s a game-changer when energy markets are swinging wildly today. Astellas Ireland’s own Leon Burns gets it: time’s ticking, and acting fast to embrace green power isn’t just smart—it’s essential. Curious how this powerhouse project combines speed, sustainability, and scalability? Dive in and see what this sleek synergy of tech and tenacity looks like. LEARN MORE

Greenvolt Next has announced the completion of a 2.2MWp ground-mounted solar farm at the Astellas Damastown facility in Dublin.

The renewable energy company delivered the project in four months, managing every stage from concept and design to installation and commissioning.

The Greenvolt Group subsidiary will undertake ongoing maintenance and performance reviews at the site.

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.

The solar farm is expected to strengthen operational resilience and lower 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 solar farm is an impressive feat with our resourceful team completing the design, installation and delivery of over 3,000 solar panels in just four months,” said Owen Power, CEO of Greenvolt Next Ireland.

“The turnaround time for a project of this scale is meaningful and shows how quickly we can implement change – change that gives Astellas more control and more reliability in terms of its energy needs both today and in the future.

“Making renewable energy easy not only benefits the organisation but also its customers and the environment as a whole, particularly at a time when these factors are becoming increasingly critical amid ongoing volatility and uncertainty in energy markets.”

Leon Burns, capital projects lead at Astellas Ireland, commented: “At Astellas, we know that time is of the essence when it comes to taking action.

Greenvolt has completed a 2.2MWp solar farm for Astellas in Dublin.

“As well as doing the best for patients, we are also committed to doing the best for the world around us – that includes supporting a greener future. 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.”

Photo: John Carty, chief commercial officer, Greenvolt Next, pictured with Leo Burns, capital project lead, Astellas Ireland. (Pic: Supplied)