'Well-connected people trying to stop solar park being built'
Published On Jan 29, 2025, 1:38 AM
Proposed plans for a large solar park in the Cotswolds, covering 2,000 acres, are meeting significant local opposition from residents concerned about environmental impact and potential damage to tourism. While local supporters advocate for the need for renewable energy, many community members argue that it threatens the region's beauty and agricultural land. Developers are adjusting plans in response to backlash, aiming to mitigate visual impact while maintaining the solar development's scope. The project is backed by government initiatives to increase solar capacity in the UK, while public consultations continue until March 2025.
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The ongoing push for renewable energy, especially solar power, is likely to bolster stocks of companies involved in solar technology and development like Island Green Power despite local opposition. However, if public sentiment continues to sway against such developments, it could hinder future projects and investments in this sector.
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