Why are residents opposing the Stell Solar Farm in North Yorkshire?

Residents oppose the Stell Solar Farm due to concerns about its historical significance and potential risks to the local transport network.

How much money has been raised to fight the North Yorkshire solar farm?

The 'Say No To Stell Solar Farm' group has raised over £4,000 through community events and calendar sales to fund their opposition.

What are the main arguments from Enviromena about the solar farm?

Enviromena argues the solar farm is needed for clean energy, to power about 13,830 homes, and aid the UK's net-zero transition.

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North Yorkshire Residents Fight Solar Plans

7 Jan

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Summary

Residents formed a group to oppose the Stell Solar Farm proposal.
Concerns include historical significance and transport risks.
Over £4,000 raised to fund an independent consultant's report.

North Yorkshire Residents Fight Solar Plans

A contentious proposal for the 30MW Stell Solar Farm, situated between Bedale and Exelby in North Yorkshire, faces significant opposition from local residents. The project, submitted by energy firm Enviromena, has attracted more than 430 objections. Concerns are primarily focused on the land's historical significance and the potential impact on local transport networks. A newly formed group, 'Say No To Stell Solar Farm,' is spearheading the campaign against the development.

Local residents have actively raised funds, collecting over £4,000 to challenge the solar farm plans. Sales of a calendar featuring images of the proposed site generated approximately £1,500. This funding was instrumental in commissioning an independent consultant to analyze the project's effects. The consultant's report identified an "unacceptable risk" to pedestrians, cyclists, and equestrians using local roads and pathways.