The new solar farm could power up to 14,000 homes and will be built on a 60-hectare piece of land – equivalent to 110 football pitches.
A huge solar farm will be built on fields in Rushcliffe after councillors unanimously agreed to the plans. The solar farm could power up to 14,000 homes and will be built on a 60-hectare piece of land – equivalent to 110 football pitches.
The applicant Renewable Connections Developments said the development would make “a positive contribution towards reducing carbon emissions”.Rushcliffe Borough Councillors debated the application for over an hour and a half before unanimously approving the plans on November 10. “This impact would have a disproportionate effect on an existing area with a loss of natural, open, scenic countryside. This will change the character of these rural fields directly adjoining the cottage.
Nick Bowen, Planning Manager speaking on behalf of Renewable Connections, said: “This July saw the UK’s hottest day on record and one of the most intense and prolonged heatwaves we’ve experienced, a phenomenon which would not be happening without climate change. “This creates an opportunity for the landowner to diversify and retain his agricultural practice, allowing for additional income from the solar farm whilst grazing sheep in and around the panelled areas.”
“I don’t see that this is any worse. Food production would be lost here and when looking at the carbon balance, that food is going to have to be brought in. The miles associated with that haven’t been considered.”
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