Axium acquires BlueWave, will accelerate growth in solar and energy development

May 13, 2022
Facebook
Twitter
LinkedIn
Reddit
Email
Axium’s acquisition of BlueWave will allow the Boston-based developer to grow its solar and storage development, including in floating PV. Image: Laketricity.

Investment management firm Axium Infrastructure has acquired Boston-based solar and energy storage developer BlueWave, its first acquisition of a renewables developer.

The developer will retain its name and entire team as the acquisition will mark a “pivotal new period” in the growth of its solar energy and storage development portfolio which sits at more than 150MW so far.

This article requires Premium SubscriptionBasic (FREE) Subscription

Try Premium for just $1

  • Full premium access for the first month at only $1
  • Converts to an annual rate after 30 days unless cancelled
  • Cancel anytime during the trial period

Premium Benefits

  • Expert industry analysis and interviews
  • Digital access to PV Tech Power journal
  • Exclusive event discounts

Or get the full Premium subscription right away

Or continue reading this article for free

BlueWave will also look to expand its business model moving from just developing projects to also build, own and operate the projects within its development portfolio.

Moreover, the Boston-based developer will continue the development of community solar projects with in mind its accessibility of renewable energy for low- to middle income communities, said Trevor Hardy, CEO at BlueWave.

Aside from developing community solar projects and agrivoltaics, BlueWave has also developed floatovoltaics projects in Massachusetts in partnership with Laketricity.

Thierry Vandal, president at Axium Infrastructure US, said: “Our acquisition of BlueWave is a reflection of their solar and energy development innovation and a desire for us to significantly grow our renewable energy portfolio. We’re proud to support a company that not only shows growth and financial promise, but also aligns with our values and strong focus on ESG.”

Earlier this month, PV Tech Premium spoke with BlueWave’s managing director, Alan Robertson, about increasing community support for solar PV projects.

Read Next

April 16, 2026
The US community solar sector passed 10GW DC of cumulative capacity in late 2025, according to a report by Wood Mackenzie and the Coalition for Community Solar Access.
April 15, 2026
Virginia governor Abigail Spanberger has signed four bills into law that will add 625MW of new community solar capacity by 2028.
April 15, 2026
European renewables developers need to embrace volatility and change in the face of ongoing global shifts, according to speakers at the SolarPLUS Europe conference in Milan, Italy this morning.
April 14, 2026
Accelerating solar deployment and electrification offers Australia's most effective defence against volatile global energy markets, according to a new Climate Council report released.
April 10, 2026
The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has issued a proposed decision rejecting a solar industry-backed Net Value Billing Tariff (NVBT) for community solar programmes, and instead advancing a compensation framework based on the Avoided Cost Calculator (ACC).  
April 7, 2026
Aggreko has finalised a 15-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with international mining company Harmony Gold for the Eva Copper Mine Project in Northwest Queensland.

Upcoming Events

Solar Media Events
June 16, 2026
Napa, USA
Solar Media Events
October 13, 2026
San Francisco Bay Area, USA
Solar Media Events
November 3, 2026
Málaga, Spain
Solar Media Events
November 24, 2026
Warsaw, Poland
Solar Media Events
March 9, 2027
Location To Be Confirmed