EDF Renewables unveils UK mega-solar project
- Public consultation for the up-to 800MW scheme in Lincolnshire will compete six weeks from 24 January
EDF Renewables and Luminous Energy have unveiled plans as well as a public consultation for a solar farm with battery in the UK eastern Midlands area.
With a possible output of as much as 800MW, Springwell Solar Farm, between Lincoln as well as Sleaford, can give the equivalent energy to supply around half of all the homes in Lincolnshire.
Consultation on early prepare for Springwell Solar Farm will run for 6 weeks from 24 January.
Feedback from regional communities will assist shape the prepare for Springwell and also identify potential advantages that it can sustain in the city.
EDF Renewables UK's Head of Solar, Ben Fawcett, claimed: "At EDF Renewables UK, we're passionate concerning producing a future where clean energy powers our lives.
" Springwell Solar Farm would produce much needed low-carbon electrical energy below in the UK, aiding to power thousands of homes and also companies every year.
" We are presently at an extremely beginning on Springwell, with local views crucial to helping us establish our plans.
" We encourage everyone to get associated with the upcoming consultation to figure out more about Springwell as well as let us know their thoughts."
Jolyon Orchard, CEO of Luminous Energy, added: "We are anticipating dealing with EDF Renewables UK as well as the regional community to produce a scheme that provides affordable, clean energy."
As part of the consultation, members of the public are invited to a series of public exhibitions to fulfill the group behind Springwell and share feedback.
