WHO WE ARE
Riding Sunbeams is a world-leading innovator on a corporate mission to decarbonise rail traction networks through the development and connection of unsubsidised, direct-wire renewable energy supply, with major social impact for line-side communities.
We were the first to achieve this globally in 2019 through our pioneering First Light project (funded by Department for Transport) to connect solar energy directly into Direct-Current (DC), third rail powered railways, in conjunction with Network Rail at their Aldershot site. We are now working to develop and demonstrate the required technology to connect solar power and line-side energy storage to feed the Alternating-Current (AC), overhead line railways which make up most of the world’s electrified rail networks.
Riding Sunbeams’ commercial model uses external finance and a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) to minimise or eliminate capital outlay for rail operators, supplying green energy to power trains at a substantial discount relative to energy purchased from the comparatively carbon-heavy grid.
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About Possible
Possible is a registered charity on a mission to speed up action on climate change. Whether it’s our world-leading Solar Schools campaign, research to generate heat from parks, or fighting the ban on onshore wind, everything we do is about inspiring more people to take more action on climate change. Charity number 1157 363.
About Community Energy South
Community Energy South was established in 2013 as an umbrella organisation and regional hub enabling its members (local community energy groups and community organisations) to grow as sustainable low carbon businesses in the south east of England.
Riding Sunbeams is a trading name of Riding Sunbeams Apollo Limited, a limited company registered in England & Wales, company number 12653154. Registered office: 20 Brewsters Corner, Pendicke Street, Southam, Warwickshire, United Kingdom, CV47 1PE.
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