Octopus Renewables Infrastructure Trust (ORIT) is a London-listed investment company focused on accelerating the transition to a net-zero future. Launched in 2020, ORIT invests in a diversified portfolio of renewable energy assets—including solar, onshore wind, and energy storage—across the UK and Europe. Its mission is to deliver stable, long-term income to shareholders while supporting the decarbonisation of the energy system.
Led by fund managers Chris Gaydon and David Bird, ORIT is managed by Octopus Energy Generation, one of Europe’s largest renewable energy investors. The trust adopts a proactive investment strategy, which includes the acquisition, development, and selective sale of assets to unlock value and recycle capital. This approach allows ORIT to remain agile in a dynamic energy landscape, continually aligning its portfolio with evolving market conditions and sustainability goals.
Our video interviews with ORIT’s fund managers provide regular insights into the trust’s performance, strategy, and outlook. Whether it’s analysing full-year results, discussing asset sales, or exploring broader sector trends, these conversations offer a valuable window into the thinking behind ORIT’s investment decisions and its role in driving the renewable energy transition.
Investment Advisor: Holland Advisors
Chris Gaydon: Chris is a fund manager at Octopus Renewables Infrastructure Trust (ORIT) and has been with Octopus Energy Generation since its early days. He brings a wealth of experience in renewable energy investments, portfolio management, and project development. Chris plays a key role in shaping ORIT’s strategic direction, with a focus on long-term value creation through active asset management, capital recycling, and diversification across technologies and geographies.
David Bird: David is a fund manager at ORIT, with a background in infrastructure and renewable energy investment. Prior to joining Octopus Energy Generation, he held roles at organisations including KPMG and InfraRed Capital Partners, where he focused on large-scale energy and infrastructure projects. At ORIT, David works closely with the investment and operations teams to ensure the trust delivers consistent returns while supporting the transition to a cleaner energy system.
