Case Studies
Environmental and Social Benefits Generated in 2024:
298,317 tCO2e avoided emissions
Supporting local communities
At Capital Dynamics, our Clean Energy team is committed to building long-term, meaningful relationships with the communities where we operate. Through partnerships with schools, local authorities, and operations and maintenance (O&M) contractors, we aim to raise awareness of renewable energy and the career opportunities it presents. Our commitment extends across several countries, delivering both social and environmental value. We are pleased to highlight some of our 2024 contributions made and the various causes supported.
Spain
Since 2023, we’ve partnered with IES La Janda de Vejer and our O&M contractor Elmya to host student visits to our solar plants. These visits offer hands-on training aligned with students’ electrical engineering coursework. In early 2024, the initiative expanded to include a two-month internship at our Puerto Real site, giving local college students practical experience in photovoltaic operations. This partnership is expected to grow, continuing to support youth pursuing careers in renewable energy.
United Kingdom
In the UK, our wind and solar assets contributed £147,700 to community causes in 2024 through Community Benefit Funds. We are proud to support inclusive and diverse local initiatives, including:
£13,500
In collaboration with children's author Pauline Davidson and Netro Energy, we distributed Tommy the Turbine to schools near Crockandun, Shantavny, and Seegronan Wind Farms to educate children on wind energy and sustainability.
£4,500
A contribution from Seegronan Wind Farm supported The Gemma McHale Foundation, funding a charity run and cycle event promoting children’s mental health counselling.
£4,000
Funding from Elginny Wind Farm helped purchase iPads and styluses for the Slemish+ after-school Art & Design program.
£6,000
Shantavny Wind Farm supported the initial phase of a solar panel installation at a local community center by funding a control panel upgrade.
Italy
In Italy, many of our clean energy projects contribute directly to local communities as part of the permitting process. Since 2022, over €1.71 million has been contributed, with more than €5 million committed. Key initiatives include:
• Installation of 3 photovoltaic systems on public roofs (value: €374,670)
• Sponsorship of cultural events in Noto (€30,000)
• Restoration of a coastal communal viewpoint, completed in December 2024
Our Initiatives for Biodiversity
Capital Dynamics is equally committed to protecting and enhancing biodiversity across our assets. We take a precautionary approach to environmental risks by avoiding investments that pose serious threats to ecosystems. All projects undergo Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) or equivalent reviews, and we work closely with local authorities to meet biodiversity standards.
Key initiatives include:
• Livestock Grazing: In the UK and mainland Europe, sheep grazing within solar assets helps manage vegetation while supporting local agricultural practices.
• Mitigation Planting: In Italy, our sites integrate native vegetation and flower species as part of EIA conditions. This includes planting Mediterranean flora, cereals, and grasses to enhance biodiversity and reduce fire risk. Many sites include apiaries and wildlife corridors to support pollinators and enable animal movement.
• Environmental Monitoring Program: Our Spanish solar plants operate under environmental monitoring programs that track soil, air, and water health during construction and operations. These efforts are carried out by leading local biodiversity experts. Examples include:
• Bird Box Installation – Calamocha Plant: During 2024, monitoring identified barn owls and European rollers—species of high ecological value. In January 2025, seven bird boxes were installed (five for rollers, two for owls) and are being remotely and physically monitored.
• Reptiles: A June 2024 ecological survey found common lizards and adders. Our team implemented staged vegetation clearance and safely relocated the reptiles under suitable weather conditions to ensure minimal disruption to their habitat.
