Jaguar Land Rover has unveiled an expansive upgrade to its Gaydon headquarters as the brand looks to boost its environmental credentials.

A new solar panel farm has been installed at its facility in Warwickshire, spanning 26 hectares - equivalent to approximately 36 football pitches.

The 18-megawatt facility will provide up to 31 per cent of the Gaydon site's power needs, marking the completion of the first phase in a trio of UK solar projects.

Environmental considerations have been integrated into the development, with native wildflowers planted beneath the ground-mounted panels.

Jaguar has unveiled a major change to its Gaydon factory in Warwickshire

Hedgerow restoration featuring species that support birds and pollinators forms part of the biodiversity enhancement programme. The company has targeted biodiversity improvements significantly exceeding mandatory requirements.

This summer's commissioning of the Gaydon facility demonstrates JLR's commitment to reducing its environmental footprint through self-generated renewable power.

Jaguar Land Rover's Electric Propulsion Manufacturing Centre in Wolverhampton is set to complete a major rooftop solar expansion this autumn.

More than 18,000 panels will create the UK's largest solar array on an automotive manufacturing facility.

The new solar panel farm at the Jaguar Land Rover plant in Gaydon

This 10.7-megawatt system will produce around 9,512 megawatt-hours annually - sufficient electricity to supply more than 3,500 households for 12 months.

Combined with existing installations, solar power will fulfil almost 40 per cent of the Wolverhampton site's energy demands.

The facility manufactures electric drive units and batteries for JLR's upcoming vehicle range. Meanwhile, the company's Chinese joint venture has achieved remarkable energy independence at its manufacturing plant.

A 20-megawatt rooftop solar expansion became operational in May 2025, enabling the facility to generate more than half its monthly power requirements.

The installation delivers energy savings, reduced costs and improved workshop temperature control through additional shade coverage.

Andrea Debbane, Chief Sustainability Officer at JLR, stated: "The delivery of our self-generated renewable energy projects across the UK and China is part of our strategic shift to gain greater control over our energy mix against a backdrop of uncertainty - reducing our reliance on volatile markets and global grid infrastructure."

The luxury automotive manufacturer has set ambitious targets for renewable energy adoption, aiming to secure at least one-third of its worldwide energy requirements from on-site and nearby renewable sources by 2030.

Progress towards these goals has been substantial, with JLR recording a 23.4 per cent decrease in operational emissions compared to its 2019-20 baseline. Energy switching initiatives and efficiency improvements have driven these reductions.

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The renewable energy strategy encompasses diverse technologies beyond solar installations. Wind and hydrogen solutions are under consideration for implementation across various sites, with each location receiving customised low-carbon energy approaches.

Market volatility concerns and grid infrastructure uncertainties have accelerated JLR's push for energy self-sufficiency. The company views renewable energy generation as essential for achieving net zero targets whilst delivering immediate operational benefits.

Plans for 2026 include the installation of more than 10 megawatts of solar car ports at JLR's Merseyside facility, creating the UK's largest solar car port infrastructure. Canopy structures will span the Halewood site, incorporating solar walkways connecting main car parks to entrances.

These installations will enable electric vehicle charging for staff and visitors whilst providing weather protection and covered parking spaces.

UK Industry Minister Sarah Jones commented: "We're serious about the benefits of net zero, which is why our modern Industrial Strategy is driving growth into our clean energy sector to attract even more investment and create jobs, backing the Plan for Change."