Yorkshire firm leads delivery of UK solar farm powering London’s King’s Cross
Sol PV Group was appointed by Shawton Energy as the EPC (engineering, procurement and construction) contractor for the 8.6 MW project, overseeing every stage of delivery from design and procurement through to installation and commissioning.
Yorkshire renewable energy firm is helping to power one of London’s most recognisable estates, as Mytholmroyd-based Sol PV Group take lead role in building the Point Lane Solar Farm in Pembrokeshire, a major renewable energy project that will supply electricity to the King’s Cross estate once completed.
Working alongside Sol PV Group was fellow Yorkshire company J. Fairbank Construction Ltd, which managed all civil and groundwork operations for the site. Led by Jorge Fairbank, the business brought specialist experience in large scale construction and land management to ensure the project was delivered to the highest standard.
Construction at Point Lane began in early 2025. Once operational, the 48-acre solar farm, comprising around 15,000 panels, will supply about 40 per cent of the annual electricity demand of London’s King’s Cross estate under a landmark Virtual Power Purchase Agreement (VPPA).
The agreement marks a major step in how large urban developments can decarbonise their energy use through off-site renewable generation, showing how power created in Pembrokeshire and delivered by Yorkshire firms will support one of the capital’s most vibrant destinations.
Tony Waite, founder and chief executive of Sol PV Group, said: “This project is a proud milestone for our team and a reminder that renewable energy isn’t just about technology, it’s about partnership and purpose.
"To see a solar farm built with Yorkshire talent contributing power to one of London’s most iconic locations is incredibly rewarding for everyone involved.”
The Point Lane Solar Farm is owned and operated by Shawton Energy, a UK renewable technology provider. Once complete, the site will generate renewable electricity equivalent to powering more than 2,000 homes and offset around 2,100 tonnes of CO₂ each year.
For Sol PV Group, the project reinforces the strength of Yorkshire’s renewable energy industry, exporting local skill and capability to deliver high-value projects across the UK.