Enery has taken another step toward combining renewable energy generation with biodiversity enhancement by installing the first ten beehives at its Rummu and Järsi solar parks in Estonia. With these additions, Enery has a total of 41 beehives across its European portfolio.

“The initiative sets a great example of how solar parks can create value beyond energy generation,” said Gert Möllits, Project Development Manager at Enery Estonia. “Renewable energy and biodiversity can go hand in hand. By sowing herbs and meadow flowers and installing beehives, we are transforming our solar parks into thriving habitats that support local ecosystems and help preserve biodiversity.”

The beehive locations were selected in close cooperation with professional beekeepers from MÖM Organic Honey, ensuring optimal conditions and diverse vegetation for the health of bee populations. The hives are maintained by certified beekeepers, who oversee both the well-being of the bees and the honey harvest.

With the new hives, more than 500,000 bees have begun their vital work at Enery’s Estonian solar parks — contributing to pollination and the preservation of regional biodiversity.

“To my knowledge, this is the first time in Estonia that a renewable energy company has combined a solar park with honey production,” said Riin Liht, CEO of MÖM Organic Honey. “Solar parks are actually excellent for beekeeping. Enery has sown flowering plants within their parks, and since bees can fly up to three kilometers, they also forage in the surrounding natural areas.”

In addition to Estonia, Enery operates beehives in its solar parks in Austria, Romania, and Bulgaria. Across all sites, more than 2 million bees are now active in supporting biodiversity and local ecosystems.

Enery’s 20 MW Rummu solar power plant in Harju County began operation in 2023, while the 12 MW Järsi solar park joined the portfolio in 2024. Both facilities have been developed with a strong emphasis on nature-friendly solutions, including landscaping that fosters habitats for insects and pollinators.

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