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Govt Approves Mega Solar Project Despite Opposition
3 Jul
Summary
- Government approves large solar farm east of Beverley.
- Project includes battery storage and will power 136,000 homes.
- Local council and residents voiced opposition to the development.
The government has approved plans for the Peartree Hill solar farm, located east of Beverley in East Yorkshire. This large-scale project, spanning 891 hectares, is set to include a battery storage facility. Developers RWE estimate it will produce enough electricity to power approximately 136,000 homes.
The proposal faced significant opposition from East Riding of Yorkshire Council and several local residents. Concerns were raised about the visual and environmental impact of the development on the local landscape, with one councillor describing it as a "monstrous mega sprawl of industrial panels."
Due to its classification as national infrastructure, the final decision on planning permission was made by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero. A spokesperson for East Riding Against Solar Expansion (ERASE) expressed dismay, calling the decision "devastating" for the local environment and amenities.
