Project & Community Benefits
- Solar energy will reduce the UK’s reliance on fossil fuels, providing clean renewable energy and contribute to the 2045 net zero targets.
- Enhance biodiversity and wildlife habitat benefits will be built into the scheme.
- Business rates contribution will be paid to the local authority through the life of the project.
- Community fund to support local projects paid each year through the life of the solar farm.
- Local jobs during construction available for tender – local companies will be encouraged to apply.
- The potential of local jobs once the solar farm is operational.