Pretoria, South Africa – 21 August 2025 – JLR has achieved a major milestone in its global renewable energy strategy with the launch of a large-scale solar farm at its Gaydon headquarters, covering 26 hectares—the equivalent of 36 football pitches. The 18MW installation will supply up to 31% of the site’s electricity needs, while also advancing biodiversity through the planting of wildflowers, hedgerow restoration, and the creation of pollinator-friendly habitats.
This development marks the first of three planned UK solar projects. Later this year, JLR will also complete a significant expansion of its rooftop solar array at the Electric Propulsion Manufacturing Centre (EPMC) in Wolverhampton. Featuring more than 18,000 panels, the 10.7MW system will be the largest automotive rooftop solar installation in the UK, capable of generating 9,512 MWh annually—enough to power more than 3,500 homes. Together, the combined capacity will meet nearly 40% of the facility’s energy requirements, supporting the production of electric drive units and batteries for JLR’s next-generation vehicles.
Internationally, JLR’s joint venture in China (CJLR) has also strengthened its energy resilience with a 20MW rooftop solar expansion completed in May 2025. The system now generates more than 50% of the site’s monthly energy demand, while also providing natural shading that reduces workshop temperatures and lowers cooling requirements.
Looking ahead, JLR will begin construction in 2026 on the UK’s largest solar carport at its Merseyside site. The 10MW project will feature canopy structures and solar walkways across Halewood, enabling on-site EV charging for employees and visitors while offering sheltered parking and weather protection.
These projects are part of JLR’s commitment to sourcing at least one-third of its global energy needs from onsite and near-site renewable sources by 2030. To date, the company has already achieved a 23.4% reduction in operational emissions compared to its FY19/20 baseline through renewable integration and energy efficiency initiatives.
Andrea Debbane, Chief Sustainability Officer at JLR, said:
“JLR is proud to have delivered these renewable energy milestones. They are important because they directly reduce our global operational emissions and help move us closer to our net zero goal, whilst delivering tangible value today and for the long term. Our self-generated renewable projects across the UK and China also give us greater control over our energy supply in an increasingly volatile market.”
UK Industry Minister, Sarah Jones, added:
“The UK is a world leader in renewables, so I’m delighted to see JLR leading the way and helping the UK become a clean energy superpower. Our modern Industrial Strategy is backing the Plan for Change—driving clean energy investment, creating jobs, and accelerating the path to net zero.”
By advancing site-specific solutions across solar, wind, and hydrogen, JLR is building a resilient and sustainable energy ecosystem to support its global operations and long-term decarbonisation strategy.
