Benefits

Other benefits

• Energy security: Renewable energy produced in the UK means less reliance on imported energy, increasing our energy security. The solar farm would produce enough green electricity to power the equivalent of approximately 14,500 homes every year.¹

• Reducing energy costs: Electricity generated by solar farms is cheaper to produce than many other forms of electricity,² and electricity from renewable sources, like wind and solar, are helping to bring down energy costs³ and reduce electricity bills.⁴

• Sustainable land use: This will be a temporary development, allowing the soil to rest and naturally replenish during its operational period.

• Farming diversification: Providing a source of reliable farm income at a time when British farming is under considerable financial pressure.

• Enhancing biodiversity: The project will deliver meaningful benefits for wildlife through creating habitats for important local species, contributing to an overall net gain for biodiversity.

• Supporting local climate goals: By maximising the availability of green electricity and reducing the use of gas fired power stations, the project would help North Lincolnshire Council meet its Climate Action Plan and Net Zero targets.

• Supporting the local economy: We are committed to employing local suppliers and contractors throughout construction and long-term operation, creating jobs and delivering tangible benefits for the local economy.