Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Solar and Energy Storage Solutions
Urban Grid Solar is a leading independent power producer (IPP) dedicated to delivering reliable, utility-scale solar and storage solutions across the United States. With a focus on responsible land stewardship and long-term partnerships, we develop, own, and operate projects that strengthen local economies while advancing America's transition to clean energy. Our team brings decades of combined experience in renewable energy development, leveraging advanced engineering tools and strategic interconnection expertise to optimize project performance. We integrate agrivoltaics into land management practices to enhance soil health, support local farmers, and benefit communities. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Urban Grid Solar operates across 13 states with a 12,000-megawatt development pipeline, including 1 gigawatt of contracted or under-construction projects.Our commitment to integrity and execution excellence positions us as a trusted domestic energy provider. Since transitioning to an IPP in 2023, we have successfully commissioned five solar projects and advanced one gigawatt of capacity into pre-construction. Backed by Brookfield Renewable, we maintain a flexible approach to co-locating battery storage based on customer demand. Our strategic growth over the past decade has created a portfolio vital to combating climate change, with projects strategically positioned to efficiently deliver clean energy to the power grid.
Services
Solar PV Projects
Energy Storage Solutions
Agrivoltaics Integration
Land Acquisition
Project Development
Highlights and features
- We have developed 3.5 gigawatts of operating renewable assets across major U.S. markets
- Our team collectively invested nearly 300 years in renewable energy and utility power markets
- We maintain a 12,000-megawatt solar and 2.4 GW storage project pipeline across 13 states
- We implement advanced engineering tools for project development and interconnection strategy
- We integrate agrivoltaics to enhance environmental sustainability and community benefits
Services
Solar PV Projects
Urban Grid Solar develops utility-scale solar photovoltaic projects across the United States. Our engineering team designs state-of-the-art facilities from conceptual planning through detailed energy modeling. With 1.4 gigawatts constructed and 10.7 gigawatts actively in design, we utilize advanced tools to optimize project performance while minimizing environmental impact. Our projects incorporate agrivoltaics to enhance land use efficiency and support local agriculture.
Energy Storage Solutions
We develop co-located battery storage systems to complement our solar projects. This integrated approach enhances grid reliability and optimizes energy delivery. Our storage solutions provide critical grid services while maintaining flexibility to adapt to customer demand. With 2.4 gigawatts of storage projects in development, we focus on strategic placement to maximize system efficiency and community benefits.
Agrivoltaics Integration
Our agrivoltaics program combines solar energy production with agricultural land use. We implement native pollinator plantings and sustainable land management practices at project sites. This approach supports local farmers, enhances biodiversity, and improves soil health while maintaining optimal solar panel performance. Our projects demonstrate how renewable energy and agriculture can coexist beneficially.
Land Acquisition
We identify and acquire suitable sites for renewable energy projects through transparent negotiations with landowners. Our team specializes in mineral ownership analysis and risk mitigation for project development. With expertise in surface use agreements and right-of-way acquisition, we ensure responsible land stewardship while building long-term partnerships with communities and property owners across multiple states.
Project Development
Our development process covers all stages from initial concept to construction readiness. We manage interconnection strategy, permitting, and engineering design for solar and storage projects. With experienced teams in transmission planning and project controls, we ensure timely execution while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices throughout the project lifecycle.
People
Stephen Gallagher
Chief Executive Officer
Stephen Gallagher leads Urban Grid Solar with extensive experience in renewable energy development. He has driven strategic growth initiatives across major U.S. markets, leveraging deep industry expertise to position the company as a leading independent power producer.
Tom Deedy
Chief Operations Officer
Tom Deedy oversees Urban Grid Solar's operations with a focus on optimizing project execution and operational efficiency. His leadership ensures seamless delivery of renewable energy solutions while maintaining the highest standards of performance and safety.
Eivind Osterhus
Chief Financial Officer
Eivind Osterhus brings 20+ years of financial leadership experience from energy technology company Baker Hughes. He focuses on optimizing Urban Grid Solar's financial performance while driving sustainable growth through strategic fiscal management.
Erica Engle
Chief Commercial Officer
Erica Engle leads Urban Grid Solar's commercial strategy with over two decades of energy sector experience. She oversees mergers and acquisitions, transaction execution, and market expansion initiatives to strengthen the company's position as an independent power producer.
Matt McCluskey
Chief Development Officer
Matt McCluskey directs project development with expertise in wind and solar projects. He leads land acquisition, transmission planning, and market expansion efforts, bringing 3.5 gigawatts of renewable assets to operation across multiple U.S. markets.
Questions
What services does Urban Grid offer?
Urban Grid develops, owns, and operates utility-scale solar and energy storage projects across the United States.
Where does Urban Grid operate?
We operate across 13 states with a 12,000-megawatt development pipeline, strategically positioned to deliver clean energy efficiently.
How does Urban Grid support local communities?
We implement agrivoltaics to enhance soil health, support local farmers, and offer community impact scholarships in project areas.
What is Urban Grid's project development process?
We focus on land acquisition, engineering design, interconnection strategy, and responsible construction practices for solar and storage projects.
How can landowners partner with Urban Grid?
We work with landowners to identify suitable sites for solar development through fair compensation and long-term partnerships.
What sustainability practices does Urban Grid employ?
We integrate agrivoltaics, minimize environmental disturbances, and plant native pollinator species at project sites.
