Torridge, Devon

Coldharbour Farm Solar Park

This project, if permitted, will generate 49.99MWp of solar photovoltaic energy to the electricity network.
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BSR Energy is looking to develop Coldharbour Farm Solar Park. This project, if permitted, will generate 49.99MWp of solar photovoltaic energy to the electricity network.

Coldharbour Farm Solar Park

This solar park will produce enough clean renewable electricity to power 12,501 homes per year*, a saving of 11,072 tonnes CO2e!

The project is situated off the A3124 and is approximately 1.7 miles east of the village of Dolton and 1-mile south-west of Riddlecombe. The approximately 160 acres (64.75Ha) site will be located in several fields which are currently used for livestock farming. In addition to having solar panels on the site, the proposal also includes biodiversity and landscape enhancement measures, such as the gapping up of existing hedgerows to ensure there are minimal visual and environmental impacts. ​

The solar park will feature the latest technology from the industry, with a primary focus to maximise the yield over the given area.

* Based on an annual average domestic consumption per household (Great Britain) of 3,799 kWh. Source BEIS, Regional and Local authority electricity consumption statics 2018.

! Based on ‘Emissions associated with the generation of electricity at a power station (Electricity generation factors do not include transmission and distribution). Source BEIS, Greenhouse gas reporting: conversion factors 2020.

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12,501 homes per year*
Clean renewable electricity to power
Location
Land at Coldharbour Farm, Ashreigney, Torridge, Devon, EX18 7NQ
Technology
Solar PV (Ground Mounted)
Size
49.99MWp design capacity
Land Size (approx.)
c. 65Ha (160 acres)
DNO
Western Power Distribution (WPD)
Land Designation
Agricultural, Grade 3b
Planning consent duration
Application is for 35 years
Planning submission date
Estimated January 2021
Planning decision date
Estimated April/May 2021
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