EDF power solutions acquires Gate Burton DCO solar and storage project in Linconlshire

Thu Jul 03 2025

EDF power solutions UK, previously EDF Renewables, has acquired the Gate Burton Energy Park project in Lincolnshire from Low Carbon.

Gate Burton is a consented 500MW project, having received approval from the Secretary of State, Ed Miliband, on 12th July 2024. Once operational, the project will be capable of delivering enough solar capacity to power approximately 160,000 homes while also providing critical flexibility to the grid through integrated battery storage.

Gate Burton will join EDF power solutions UK's growing portfolio of nationally significant solar and storage projects, including Longfield in Essex — which received consent in June 2023 — as well as two other large-scale projects currently progressing through the planning process: Springwell Solar Farm in Lincolnshire and Rosefield Solar Farm in Buckinghamshire.

Matthew Boulton, Director of Solar, Storage and Private Wire for EDF power solutions UK, said: “This is a great example of how we are scaling up solar and storage to meet the UK's future energy needs — creating jobs, supporting local communities, and delivering clean, affordable power.

“We're excited to bring this project into our growing portfolio and look forward to speaking with members of the local community throughout the next phase of the project prior to construction.”

Roy Bedlow, Founder and Chief Executive at Low Carbon, said: “We are delighted to finalise this agreement with EDF power solutions. This milestone marks the next step forward for Gate Burton, one of the first large-scale solar projects to be consented by Ed Miliband following last year's general election, and will help put the UK on the path to achieving its Clean Power 2030 ambition.

“We founded Low Carbon 15 years ago with a clear mission: to make a lasting impact on climate change by delivering clean, renewable energy at scale. Gate Burton is the result of five years of dedication from our team, and we're proud it will have the capacity to power more than 160,000 homes.

“This agreement underscores our track record of delivering high-quality renewable assets and our growth as a leading independent power producer. With a strong pipeline in development, we remain firmly committed to supporting the UK's clean energy ambitions and building a resilient, sustainable future.”

EDF power solutions will be working through the details of the consent order and the programme for delivery of the project, before engaging with stakeholders and the community on the plans to bring Gate Burton into construction.

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