Shawton Energy
Co-owned by Lazard Asset Management
A Partnership Built on Trust, Expertise, and Sustainability
At Shawton Energy, we are proud to have Lazard Asset Management, a subsidiary of Lazard, Inc., as our co-owner. Lazard Inc. is a globally renowned financial advisory and asset management firm with a distinguished history dating back to 1848. Operating from principal offices in New York, Paris, and London, Lazard provides expert advice in mergers and acquisitions, strategic services, and investment management to clients worldwide.
In 2023, Lazard Asset Management acquired a 50% stake in Shawton Energy through its Sustainable Private Infrastructure Fund. This fund focuses on mid-sized private companies delivering essential services while driving positive community impacts—perfectly aligned with Shawton Energy’s mission to advance renewable energy solutions.
With Lazard’s significant resources and strategic expertise, Shawton Energy is uniquely positioned to deliver innovative, large-scale solar energy solutions that help UK businesses reduce their carbon footprints, optimise energy use, and meet their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) targets.
Why Lazard’s Backing Matters to Our Clients
Our partnership with Lazard Asset Management positions Shawton Energy as a uniquely reliable and trusted partner in the renewable energy market. Here’s how this collaboration benefits you:
- Backed by a Global Leader
Lazard Asset Management, established in 1953, manages approximately £184.6 billion in assets globally, offering diverse investment solutions across equity, fixed income, and alternative investments. The Sustainable Private Infrastructure Fund demonstrates their commitment to sustainability and renewable energy innovation.
- Access to World-Class Expertise
Lazard’s representation on our Board ensures strategic oversight and governance:
- John Cresswell, Chair of Shawton Energy’s Board, brings over 30 years of executive leadership experience, including CEO and Chairmanship roles.
- Robert Wall, Head of Sustainable Private Infrastructure at Lazard, has more than two decades of expertise in infrastructure investment and engineering projects.
- Reliable Financial Support
Lazard’s Sustainable Private Infrastructure Fund provides robust funding to accelerate the development of fully funded solar photovoltaic (PV) projects. Clients can choose between:
- Fully Funded Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs): Risk-free solar installations with Lazard covering upfront costs and ongoing expenses.
- Self-Financed Installations: Efficient project delivery backed by Lazard’s financial and operational expertise.
- A Commitment to Sustainability
The Lazard Sustainable Private Infrastructure Fund exclusively invests in companies that deliver measurable environmental and social benefits. Shawton Energy is proud to partner with an investor that shares our commitment to advancing clean energy technologies such as rooftop solar, anaerobic digestion, and small-scale hydro.
Shawton Energy’s Unique Offering
For a decade, Shawton Energy has been a trusted provider of end-to-end renewable energy solutions for UK businesses. From planning and design to installation and ongoing operational support, we deliver tailored solar PV systems for industries including manufacturing, retail, hospitality, and more.
Our clients include leading names like DHL, Princes Group, Bannatyne Health Clubs, and Hilton Hotels. With Lazard’s backing, we are now positioned to scale up operations, offering innovative solutions such as:
- Rooftop and ground-mounted solar projects: Generate renewable electricity directly on-site.
- Private wire PPAs: Cost-effective green energy tailored to business needs.
- Virtual solar projects: Innovative clean energy solutions for high-energy users with physical or connection constraints.
Jamie Shaw
Managing Director
“By combining Shawton Energy’s quality project delivery and ongoing operational and maintenance support with Lazard Asset Management’s internationally recognised investment expertise, we are able to help even more clients maximise energy efficiency, save money and combat climate change – as well as delivering exciting growth to our own business and being able to provides more high-quality jobs to support the UK economy. The confidence and financial endorsement shown in us by Lazard Asset Management shows how far we have come as a business and reinforces the quality products and client services we offer at Shawton Energy. It is testament to the knowledge and expertise of our team. In partnering with Lazard Asset Management, we offer our customers a risk-free entry point to sustainable energy solutions, meaning they get high quality assets and financial peace of mind, too.”
Robert Wall
Head of Sustainable Private Infrastructure
“We see tremendous potential in distributed, local and behind-the-meter renewable energy generation, such as anaerobic digestion, rooftop solar, and small-scale hydro. These technologies empower businesses to optimise their energy costs and carbon footprint while providing stable, diversified, and uncorrelated cash flows for investors. At Lazard Asset Management, we are committed to supporting the transition to a cleaner and fairer economy, including through the deployment of renewable energy sources. The Lazard Sustainable Private Infrastructure Fund only invests in companies and projects that have positive environmental and social impacts, like Shawton Energy. The company helps businesses across the UK reduce their carbon emissions by adopting solar energy; we are very proud to be involved in that story. We develop a deep understanding of all the businesses we invest in and have taken an active role at Shawton Energy to support its growth targets, notably through our positions on the Board. We have partnered with Shawton Energy since 2023 as we believe it is well-positioned to deliver positive and measurable environmental and social outcomes.”
A Partnership You Can Trust
Shawton Energy combines family values with the financial strength and global expertise of Lazard Asset Management. Our partnership reflects a shared vision for innovation, sustainability, and delivering peace of mind to businesses across the UK.
When you choose Shawton Energy, you’re backed by nearly three decades of renewable energy expertise and the resources of a global financial leader. Together, we’re driving positive change for businesses and the planet.
For more information on Lazard Asset Management and their investment into sustainability, click here.