Dengie Solar Park
Bringing locally generated clean energy to Maldon
Dengie Solar Park is a new 20MW solar development approved on land south of Keelings Road, near the village of Dengie in the Maldon District. Covering 33 hectares, the project will deliver home‑grown clean electricity to the local grid and support the district’s move towards a more secure and sustainable energy future.
The development comes at a time when many communities are feeling the impact of rising energy prices and growing concerns around energy security. Maldon District Council declared a climate emergency in February 2021 and aims to become a carbon‑neutral district by 2030. Locally produced renewable energy will play an important role in meeting this ambition.
Timeline
See how our project timeline progresses and what we do
Identify & survey
Engage & tailor
Approvals & construct
Operate & steward
Working with and for communities
The project will provide clean, reliable electricity generated close to where it is needed, supporting both local households and wider climate goals. By reducing reliance on fossil fuels, Dengie Solar Park will help strengthen the region’s resilience and contribute to national targets for net zero.
We will continue to provide updates as the project moves towards construction, ensuring residents have clear information about upcoming activity and opportunities to stay engaged.
The Dengie Effect
Tonnes CO2 emissions avoided
Avg. domestic households served each year
Approx. acres of land protected by solar parks
Environmental considerations
Dengie Solar Park has been designed to sit sensitively within its rural setting, with the aim of delivering measurable environmental benefits. The development is expected to achieve over 10 percent biodiversity net gain across habitats and hedgerows, helping improve ecological value and support local wildlife.
Further detail on planting, ecological enhancements and long‑term land management will be shared as plans progress.
Stat References
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.