Its Just Too Big: Division Over Plans for Uks Biggest Solar Farm
Solar projects such as Botley West in Oxfordshire are latest net zero schemes bogged down by local disputes
The Guardian Renewable Energy 1:16 pm on June 7, 2024
The Botley West solar farm proposal by Photovolt Development Partners is contentious due to its location on leased farmland, raising environmental and land use concerns despite claims of minimal impact. It's one among numerous large-scale solar projects under scrutiny in the UK, with mixed support for local developments.
- Solar farm proposal: Botley West project by PVDP faces controversy over land use.
- Land Use Policy Debate: Proposal highlights tension between renewable energy needs and agricultural interests.
- Environmental Impact Concerns: Critics argue solar farms might impact biodiversity despite potential climate benefits.
- Public Support Varying: Survey indicates mixed reactions from the public towards local green energy initiatives.
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/article/2024/jun/07/plans-uk-biggest-solar-farm-botley-west-oxfordshire