Latest Deal Set To Accelerate EDF’s Net Zero Strategy Offering

Irwin Mitchell’s Corporate team has advised Contact Solar, a Chorley-based solar panel and battery installer, on its sale to EDF, the UK's leading generator of zero carbon electricity.

Founded over a decade ago, Contact Solar has established itself as a leading installer of domestic and commercial solar panels, as well as battery storage solutions.

Contact Solar's network of qualified local installers will work closely with EDF to provide residential installations and solutions for local authorities, housing associations, and developers across the UK striving to achieve their net zero ambitions.

Irwin Mitchell’s team was led by Corporate partner, Adam Kaucher.

He was supported by Kieran Shields and Greg Mazgajczyk (Corporate), Jade Williamson (Tax), Sarah Swann (Real Estate), and Helen Kidd (Employment). The shareholders were also advised by Grant Thornton’s corporate finance team.

Expert Opinion

“This latest deal is testament to Contact Solar’s strong track record and excellent reputation in the sector. EDF is Britain’s biggest generator of zero carbon electricity and I’m looking forward to seeing Contact Solar grow as its new owner pushes forward with its strategy to help Britain achieve net zero”. Adam Kaucher, Corporate partner at Irwin Mitchell

EDF is one of the UK’s largest investors in renewables, with more than 1GW of renewable generation in operation and over 5GW in construction, planning and development across a range of technologies including onshore and offshore wind, solar and battery storage.

EDF is part of EDF Group, the world’s biggest electricity generator. In the UK, the company employs around 14,000 people at locations across England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland.