TotalEnergies has just made a significant power play in the UK’s renewable energy sector, acquiring a substantial portfolio of solar and battery storage projects from Low Carbon. The deal, announced today, covers eight solar projects totalling 350MW and two battery storage projects with a combined capacity of 85MW. This strategic move is set to reshape the UK’s energy landscape and accelerate the country’s transition to cleaner power.
The eight solar projects, expected to be operational by 2028, will generate over 350 gigawatt hours (GWh) of renewable electricity annually. This output is equivalent to the electricity consumption of 100,000 UK households, making a substantial dent in the region’s carbon footprint. The projects align perfectly with the UK government’s Clean Power 2030 ambition, which aims to significantly increase the country’s renewable energy capacity.
TotalEnergies’ senior vice-president of renewables, Olivier Jouny, highlighted the strategic importance of the acquisition. “The acquisition of these solar and battery projects located in the south of England will complement our integrated electricity portfolio in the UK,” Jouny stated. This portfolio already includes 1.1GW of gross installed offshore wind, 1.3GW of gross combined cycle gas turbine, and over 600MW of solar projects under development. The acquisition is a clear indication of TotalEnergies’ commitment to its integrated power strategy, which combines renewable power production with flexible power generation capacities.
The deal comes hot on the heels of TotalEnergies’ April 2025 acquisitions of three renewable energy portfolios across Europe, Africa, and North America. These acquisitions, which included VSB in Europe and SN Power in Africa, added to TotalEnergies’ existing 7GW renewable capacity. The company’s aggressive expansion in the renewable sector is a clear signal that it is serious about transitioning to a low-carbon future.
For Low Carbon, the deal marks another successful exit from its project portfolio. The company, which invests in, develops, and operates solar, wind, energy storage, and energy-from-waste projects across the UK, Europe, and North America, has been active in the UK’s renewable energy sector for years. In May 2025, Low Carbon entered into four balancing power purchase agreements with ElectroRoute for a combined capacity of 140MW across four UK solar projects, further cementing its position in the market.
The acquisition is not just a win for TotalEnergies and Low Carbon, but also for the UK’s renewable energy sector. The deal is expected to create jobs, stimulate economic growth, and accelerate the country’s transition to cleaner power. Moreover, it sets a precedent for similar deals in the future, as more companies look to invest in the UK’s renewable energy sector.
However, the acquisition also raises questions about the future of the UK’s energy market. With TotalEnergies’ increased presence in the market, will we see more consolidation in the sector? And how will this affect competition and innovation? Only time will tell, but one thing is clear: the UK’s renewable energy sector is heating up, and TotalEnergies is at the forefront of the action. The company’s aggressive expansion in the sector is a clear indication that it is serious about transitioning to a low-carbon future, and this acquisition is a significant step in that direction. As the UK continues to push towards its Clean Power 2030 ambition, deals like this will become increasingly important. The question now is, who will be next to make a big splash in the UK’s renewable energy sector?