The proposed Shipmeadow Solar Farm is located on land between Shipmeadow and Ilketshall.  It is anticipated that the solar farm would be capable of generating up to 40MW of clean, low cost renewable electricity.

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The site has been chosen as it has good solar irradiation levels, lies outside of any statutory environmental, ecological, archaeological and landscape designations and due to its proximity to a viable grid connection.

RES will design the solar farm so that it will fit sensitively in the surrounding landscape. A number of detailed assessments will be carried out to ensure any impact upon the environment, landscape, heritage and local residents is appropriately assessed and mitigated. These assessments include:

• Landscape and Visual Assessment
• Ecology and Biodiversity Net Gain
• Arboricultural Impact Assessment 
• Agricultural Land Classification
• Archaeology and Cultural Heritage
• Flood Risk and Drainage Assessment
• Traffic and Transport
• Noise Impact Assessment
• Glint and Glare

To find out more about solar and how it works please click here.