Timahoe Solar Project

Galetech Energy Services (GES) was appointed by ESB and Bord na Móna (Sundew) as part of the Owner’s Engineer team for the pre-construction and construction phases of the Timahoe Solar development.

Client

ESB & Bord na Móna

Capacity

N/A

Location

Co. Kildare

Architect

n/a

Challenge

• Delivering a large-scale solar project with multiple semi-state stakeholders.
• Coordinating design, grid, and site readiness to secure success in the Government tender process.
• Preparing a scalable framework for future expansion, including both increased solar capacity and a co-located BESS installation.

Solution

• Integrated collaboration with ESB and Bord na Móna from early development stages to streamline technical, design, and planning pathways.
• Robust Owner’s Engineer oversight to maintain quality, safety, and programme performance throughout construction.
• Ongoing PSDP support to align design coordination with safety obligations.
• Forward-planning approach to ensure the project is positioned for Phase 2 expansion and the introduction of battery storage.

Outcome

• Successful award in the Government tender for 70 MW solar offtake, underpinning the project’s commercial viability.
• Phase 1 completed in September 2024, delivered with strong coordination across semi-state partners.
• A future-ready platform established for expansion to approximately double capacity, alongside the addition of a new BESS project.