Renewable energy jobs at Mainstream Renewable Power

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  • Mainstream Renewable Power

    Company Overview

    Mainstream Renewable Power

    Dublin, Ireland

    2008

    Approximately 400 employees globally (source: mainstreamrp.com). Revenue data for 2023 is not publicly available.

    What They Do

    Mainstream Renewable Power is a leading global developer of renewable energy projects, focusing on onshore wind, solar PV, offshore wind, and hybrid solutions. The company has a robust development pipeline of 12.3 GW in onshore wind, 7.1 GW in solar PV, and 4.5 GW in offshore wind, including innovative floating technologies. Their commitment to sustainability extends to green hydrogen initiatives aimed at hard-to-abate sectors, showcasing their versatility in the renewable energy landscape (source: mainstreamrp.com). Mainstream operates under a Global Development Standard that ensures bankability and reliability in their utility-scale assets, which are crucial for meeting the growing energy demands of various markets.

    Projects & Track Record

    Mainstream has an impressive track record of completed projects across multiple continents. Notable projects include Ireland's Raragh (12 MW onshore wind), Carrickeeny (sold to IKEA), and the operational Arklow Bank offshore wind farm, which was the first of its kind in Ireland. In South Africa, they have developed significant assets such as the Jeffreys Bay wind farm and the De Aar solar project, both operational since 2017. In Chile, they have made strides with the 33 MW Negrete Cuel wind farm and the 105 MW Valle Escondido solar project, contributing to a total of 1.4 GW in operating or under construction assets (source: mainstreamrp.com). Their ongoing projects include a substantial 23.9 GW net pipeline, with significant developments in onshore wind and offshore wind across various regions.

    Recent Developments

    In recent years, Mainstream has achieved several significant milestones. In May 2024, they secured a feasibility licence for a 2.5 GW offshore wind project in Australia, marking a major expansion into new markets. In 2023, they completed the sale of Lekala Power, Africa's largest pureplay renewable IPP, and divested their Chilean joint venture Aela Energia while launching the 1 GW Nazca Renovables platform in Chile. The company also announced plans to create 100 new jobs at their Dublin headquarters to support global growth and local offshore developments (source: mainstreamrp.com). These developments reflect Mainstream's strategic focus on expanding their footprint in the renewable energy sector.

    Working There

    Mainstream offers a diverse range of roles across various departments including development, construction, operations, finance, and engineering. The company emphasizes hiring at their expanded Dublin headquarters, where they announced the creation of 100 new jobs to support their growth initiatives. Their culture is characterized by a strong sense of Irish heritage and a unified mission to lead the energy transition globally. Employees benefit from a collaborative environment that encourages continuous improvement and stakeholder engagement, although specific benefits are not detailed in available sources (source: mainstreamrp.com). The company also invests in employee development through in-person education sessions and the use of modern tools to enhance productivity.


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