ContourGlobal plc engages in the wholesale power generation businesses in Europe, Latin America, the United States, and Africa. The company generates 1,808 MW of renewable electricity from hydro, solar, wind, and biogas; and 2,509 MW of thermal electricity from gas, coal, and oil. It operates a portfolio of 138 thermal and renewable power generation assets. The company was founded in 2005 and is based in London, the United Kingdom. ContourGlobal plc is a subsidiary of ContourGlobal LP.

History

The company was established by Joseph Brandt with financial support from Reservoir Capital Group in 2005. In June 2015 it purchased the Vorotan Cascade in Armenia for US$180 million. ContourGlobal was the subject of an initial public offering which raised net proceeds of £281 million in November 2017. It then agreed to acquire Acciona's solar power plants for US$1.19 billion in February 2018.In May 2022, the board accepted an offer from Kohlberg Kravis Roberts which valued the company at £1.75 billion. It was announced on 16 December 2022 that the court had approved the takeover, allowing the transaction to be completed.

Mission

Our mission is to make the world's energy supply reliable, clean and affordable for generations to come.

Vision

We believe that energy should be accessible, secure, and clean. We strive to be the industry leader in providing reliable power solutions and providing clean energy to our customers.

Key Team

Ms. Amanda Schreiber (Exec. VP & Gen. Counsel)

Mr. Michael Kuperman (Global Chief Information Officer & COO of Renewables Division)

Ms. Sarah Flanigan (Exec. VP of Sustainability & Special Projects)

John Smelt (Sr. VP of Investor Relations)

Mr. Stuart Altman (Exec. VP & Chief Compliance Officer)

Sean McGrath (Exec. VP & Chief HR Officer)

Mr. Garry Levesley (Exec. VP of Eastern Europe & CEO of Kosovo Devel. Project - Contour Global GP Ltd)

Recognition and Awards

ContourGlobal has been recognized for its leadership in the renewable energy sector. The company has won numerous awards, including a Goldman Sachs Green Bond Impact Award in 2018, a Climate Bonds Initiative Award for Excellence in Clean Energy Investment in 2019 and the International Finance Corporation's Leadership Award in 2020.