Foresight Group

In 2024, Foresight Solar (FSFL) generated over 1,000GWh of renewable electricity, with nearly two thirds powering homes and businesses across the UK.   As the trust advances the sale of its Australian portfolio, its focus is on core markets like the UK and mainland Europe, where the energy transition is backed by long-term policy and infrastructure investment.   Ross Driver, Managing Director at Foresight Solar commented: “As government policy builds the switch from fossil fuels to green energy sources, economies around the globe will need more clean electricity."   Watch the video to hear more!   #RenewableEnergy #InfrastructureInvestment #EnergyTransition #NetZero #SolarPower #InvestmentTrusts

As industries and governments accelerate the transition to net zero and a nature-positive future, natural capital is emerging as a critical investment frontier - one that unites economic growth with environmental resilience. Richard Kelly, Managing Director and Co-Lead of Foresight Natural Capital, will be joined by industry leaders Ian Hambleton, Founder of Biodiversity Units UK, Andy Haigh, Interim Head of Group Sustainability at Grosvenor, and Adrian Rimmer, Director, Sustainable Finance & Investment at LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) at 14:00-15:00 BST on Wednesday 23 April to explore: - The economic potential of natural capital in a changing world - How investors can capitalise on surging demand for high-integrity carbon credits - Why AI-driven carbon emissions are reshaping the carbon market’s next decade - Transforming underperforming agricultural land and timberland into more productive, resilient assets - The role of institutional capital in scaling nature-based solutions To register for the webinar, click here: https://lnkd.in/epcs_BuZ #NaturalCapital #Investing #CarbonCredits #AI #Agriculture #Timberland #Naturebasedsolutions #Institutional

Daniel Beaver, ARIF Portfolio Manager, joined the Clean Energy Council’s Western Australia Clean Energy Summit, speaking on the Project Finance and Offtake panel alongside experts from Clean Energy Council, Baringa, Aula Energy, and ANZ. The discussion focused on how to structure project finance and offtake agreements to attract private investment, as well as the shifting landscape of renewable financing and what’s ahead for 2025 and beyond. Read more from Daniel on the future of Australia’s clean energy systems here: https://lnkd.in/edgMxcFX #CleanEnergy #WACES2025 #RenewableFinance #Decarbonisation #EnergyTransition

Last week, Jesús Alberto de la Torre López, Development Manager Iberia, joined a panel at IPFA’s 'Decarbonising the Spanish Economy: Regulatory and Market Challenges.' event in Madrid. Alongside industry experts, Alberto discussed the key regulatory and market challenges shaping the future of renewable energy deployment in Spain, as well as the growing opportunities in energy storage. The session also explored insights from established battery storage markets like the UK, highlighting the critical factors that make these projects bankable. Learn more about our approach to the global decarbonisation of energy systems in our report here: https://lnkd.in/gxAFsNtv #energytransition #investing #decarbonisation #energystorage #renewableenergy 

As industries and governments accelerate the transition to net zero and a nature-positive future, natural capital is emerging as a critical investment frontier - one that unites economic growth with environmental resilience. Richard Kelly, Managing Director and Co-Lead of Foresight Natural Capital, will be joined by industry leaders from Biodiversity Units UK and LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) at 14:00-15:00 BST on Wednesday 23 April 2025 to explore: - The economic potential of natural capital in a changing world - How investors can capitalise on surging demand for high-integrity carbon credits - Why AI-driven carbon emissions are reshaping the carbon market’s next decade - Transforming underperforming agricultural land and timberland into more productive, resilient assets - The role of institutional capital in scaling nature-based solutions To register for the webinar, click here: https://lnkd.in/epcs_BuZ #NaturalCapital #Investing #CarbonCredits #AI #Agriculture #Timberland #Nature-basedsolutions #Institutional

FEIP Investment Spotlight: Kölvallen Wind Farm⚡ 🏠 We’re proud to introduce Kölvallen Wind Farm in Sweden - a landmark project that will deliver 957 GWh of clean energy annually, enough to power 95,000 Swedish homes. 🤝 Now nearing full operations, this project showcases our commitment to sustainable infrastructure at scale. Through local partnerships, Kölvallen will also contribute to a community fund, supporting projects that benefit the region. 🌍 As part of FEIP’s diversified portfolio across the UK, Ireland, Sweden, Finland, Spain, and Greece, Kölvallen will drive positive, lasting benefits for the region by enhancing biodiversity and supporting the local economy. 🔗 Watch the project in action in the video below and learn more about FEIP's strategy here: https://lnkd.in/e_Fbwamx #RenewableEnergy #Investing #WindPower #KölvallenWindFarm #Sweden #EnergyTransition Richard Thompson Dan Wells Ben Williams Joe Hardy Henry Morgan Robert Pollock Saga Carle Chloe Mead

How can digital infrastructure provide defensive access to the growing theme of AI investment?   This recent whitepaper, written by members of the Foresight Capital Management (“FCM”) team, delves into the transformative potential of digital infrastructure investments, highlighting key trends, challenges, and opportunities in the sector.   Key insights include: 🌐 Emerging Technologies: How advancements in AI, IoT, and 5G are reshaping the landscape 🍃 Sustainability: The critical role of sustainable practices in driving long-term value 📈 Investment Strategies: Innovative approaches to maximise returns while mitigating risks   Read more about the future of digital infrastructure and sustainable investment below.   Find out more about FCM’s investment strategies here: https://lnkd.in/eGeGqBCz #DigitalInfrastructure #Sustainability #AI

Daniel Beaver, Executive Director at Foresight Group, speaks to [i3] Investment Innovation Institute about the key investment trends shaping Australia’s energy transition, highlighting the critical role of wind, hydro, and battery storage in building a resilient, low-carbon grid. “I think the most exciting area of new emerging technology is long-duration storage. This is where most of the market is focusing. Governments are trying to incentivise these technologies to fill a market need.” – Daniel Through our Australian Renewables Income Fund (ARIF) and Foresight Energy Infrastructure Partners II (FEIP II) we’re deploying capital into these critical infrastructure assets, continuing to support the ongoing transition. Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/edgMxcFX #EnergyTransition #Renewables #RenewableInfrastructure 📷GSP Energy's Hume Power Station in New South Wales, a Foresight hydro asset

Stefania Trivellato, Foresight Director, spoke at King's College London's ‘Realising Sustainable Solutions’ event, engaging staff and PhD students on how investors act as change agents in scaling much needed clean technologies. Key takeaways from the discussion: • Track record matters: Proven tech deployment, experienced contractors, and reliable service providers are crucial • Contracts reduce risk: Long-term revenue and cost agreements are key to investment viability • ESG alignment is critical: Projects must fit fund mandates for sustainability impact At Foresight we understand the importance of cross sector collaboration, addressing ways to connect research with commercialisation, two essential pillars in developing resilient solutions to accelerate the energy transition. Our Deep Decarbonisation of Energy Systems report explores the growing demand for private capital to support these goals. Take a look: https://lnkd.in/eaTx9aX4 #CleanTech #ScalingInnovation #EnergyTransition 📷Skaftåsen wind farm, Sweden, a Foresight Energy Infrastructure Partners (FEIP) I asset

🚀 It's been a busy week of launches for Foresight for Growing Companies   We’re excited to share two major announcements:   ✅ Foresight South West Fund has reached its second close at £100m, following a £50m investment from Avon Pension Fund.   ✅We've launched Foresight South Yorkshire Fund! We’re proud to have been appointed by the South Yorkshire Pensions Authority to manage a £20 million fund dedicated to supporting growing companies across South Yorkshire.   Both funds are designed to empower ambitious businesses, helping them unlock their full potential and achieve their founders' visions—across all sectors and transaction types.   Learn more about the businesses we support here: https://lnkd.in/e5VAi36g #SMEs #RegionalGrowth #Investing #UK #Funds #PrivateEquity #SouthYorkshire #SouthWest