Hybrid Wind & Solar Auto-Production Project

Galetech delivered Ireland’s largest co-located, behind-the-meter hybrid renewable energy project, integrating wind and solar generation to directly supply energy to a private client’s operations.
The project was led through feasibility, planning, procurement, and construction, culminating in a fully operational renewable energy system designed to reduce energy costs and carbon emissions while improving energy resilience for the client.

Client

Confidential Client-Cavan

Capacity

7.5MW

Location

Co. Cavan

Architect

Challenge

Key challenges associated with the development included:
- Delivering a hybrid renewable solution integrating wind and solar technologies within a single project framework
- Navigating planning and regulatory approvals for a large-scale auto-production wind turbine
- Coordinating technical, commercial, and construction workstreams through to financial close and project delivery
- Ensuring the project achieved strong commercial performance for the client

Solution

Galetech adopted a planning-led development strategy combined with structured project management:
- Early feasibility and technical analysis to confirm optimal hybrid system configuration
- Integrated programme management to coordinate technical, commercial, and regulatory activities
- Strategic procurement and EPC tender management to ensure robust contractor selection
- Embedded design safety management through PSDP services to maintain compliance and reduce delivery risk
Long-term focus on operational performance and asset management

Outcome

Delivery of Ireland’s largest co-located behind-the-meter hybrid renewable energy project.
Successful planning approval and installation of a 152.5 m tip-height wind turbine.
Operational hybrid renewable energy system providing significant energy cost savings and carbon reductions for the client.
Demonstrates Galetech’s ability to structure, develop, and deliver complex BTM renewable assets with strong governance and long-term performance focus.