Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners Acquires Ørsted’s Onshore Renewables Unit, Launches Perigus Energy — Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners P/S

Event summary

Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) completed the acquisition of Ørsted’s European onshore renewables business, rebranding it as Perigus Energy.
Perigus Energy operates in Ireland, Germany, the UK, and Spain with an operational and under-construction capacity of 826 MW.
The company has a multi-gigawatt development pipeline and powers approximately 600,000 European homes.
CIP’s fifth flagship fund (CI V) financed the acquisition, with Kunal Patel as Partner overseeing the transaction.

The big picture

CIP’s acquisition of Ørsted’s onshore renewables business underscores the growing institutional interest in European energy infrastructure. The deal aligns with broader trends of decarbonization and energy security, as governments and investors prioritize home-grown renewable capacity. With over EUR 37 billion in assets under management (AUM), CIP is positioning itself as a key player in Europe’s transition to cleaner energy.

What we're watching

Pipeline Execution: The pace at which Perigus Energy advances its multi-gigawatt pipeline will determine its ability to meet Europe’s growing demand for onshore renewables.
Regulatory Stability: Whether government-backed support schemes and corporate power purchase agreements (CPPAs) remain stable amid shifting energy policies in key markets.
Market Competition: How Perigus Energy differentiates itself from other renewable energy providers in Europe, particularly as CIP consolidates its position in the sector.