Work Begins on 70,000 Panel Solar Farm in Devon

Oct 28, 20241 min read

Work has now commenced on a 164-acre solar farm near Holsworthy.

It is believed that the solar farm will generate enough electricity to power around 14,000 homes for up to 40 years. More than 200 individuals within the area and two parish councils objected to the solar development.

The project is expected to begin in Spring 2025.

Solar farms do not emit greenhouse gases or air pollounts, making them environmentally friendly and low carbon. Here are a few solar farm benefits:

Eco-friendly- Solar farms have the chance to produce large amounts of energy without producing harmful pollutants, unlike gas and coal.
Energy Independence- Solar energy has become a reliable source of energy. Having solar can reduce your reliance on imports of fossil fuels. Overall, choosing a renewable technology reduces our reliance and dependence on other sources. If we all choose to go greener with renewable sources, then we will no longer need to spend huge amounts on imports from different countries, and this will reduce transportation costs overall.

Scalability- Solar farms can always be expanded if needed. Solar farms are ideal for remote areas that struggle to access power from the grid.

Get in touch with our Exeter, Devon, solar specialists today for more information on solar farms.