Solar Farms

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What is a Commercial Solar Farm?


UNDERSTANDING A COMMERCIAL SOLAR FARM

A solar farm (also known as a solar park) is a ground mounted solar PV system designed for commercial or utility-scale purposes.

Developers commonly construct solar parks through long-term (25-year) land lease agreements with farmers or landowners, who receive an inflation-indexed rent for land use.

OPERATION OF A COMMERCIAL SOLAR FARM

Once the solar generator meets its performance targets in the initial year of operation, developers typically transfer the lease to a third-party investor, such as a pension fund

Commercial Solar Farm Services


Full EPC Service for a commercial Solar Farm

Establishing a solar farm offers a highly cost-effective method to generate returns on investment from underutilised or agricultural land.

GB NRG offers a comprehensive Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) service tailored to landowners and developers interested in developing a solar farm. Starting from preliminary feasibility studies, obtaining planning permission and progressing through construction to commissioning and ongoing support, we guarantee expert guidance to maximise your return on investment.

TURNKEY SERVICE

Guiding you throughout the process and ensuring optimal returns on your investment.

  • Conducting site surveys and feasibility studies to evaluate your land’s suitability.
  • Handling full planning applications, including pre-application meetings.
  • Applying for grid connection and assessing connection offers.
  • Designing the solar park system.
  • Executing the solar park installation.
  • Providing monitoring, operations, and maintenance services to ensure you maximise your return.
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Commercial Solar FARM


DESIGN + ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT OF A COMMERCIAL SOLAR FARM

Carefully sited and designed solar parks have minimal environmental impact. They can coexist with activities such as grazing sheep or poultry and contribute to set aside land and biodiversity enhancement goals. Additionally, if needed, a solar park can often be entirely dismantled without leaving a trace.

DEVELOPERS + INVESTORS FOR A COMMERCIAL SOLAR FARM

GB NRG can assist you in finding a suitable investor to develop a solar farm on your land, managing all the necessary consenting and development work on your behalf.

Commercial Solar Farm Planning


PLANNING CONSENT + GRID CONNECTION FOR A COMMERCIAL SOLAR FARM

The National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) provides substantial support for renewable energy initiatives, and a considerable number of solar farm planning applications have been approved in the UK. The feasibility and expense of connecting to the 11kV or 33kV electricity supply grids play a crucial role in determining site and project viability.

COMMERCIAL SOLAR FARM PACKAGE

GB NRG offers flexibility and comprehensive design and planning consultancy services, encompassing pre-application meetings, commissioning of relevant environmental studies, preparing planning applications, preliminary and formal inquiries with the relevant Distribution Network Operator (DNO), and more.

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SMART MONITORING

OPERATIONS + MAINTENANCE FOR A COMMERCIAL SOLAR FARM


O & M FOR A COMMERCIAL SOLAR FARM

Explore our customised services, including remote metering, monitoring, and predictive maintenance, to guarantee peak efficiency for your solar farm.

COMMERCIAL SOLAR FARM REMOTE MONITORING

Our remote meter monitoring solution promptly identifies inverter issues or system faults, ensuring continuous operation and preventing long-term financial losses for your solar farm.

For additional details, please visit our Operations & Maintenance page

Operations & Maintenance

Why choose us

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INCREASED ENERGY SAVINGS


Experience heightened energy efficiency with our innovative solutions, maximising savings and minimising environmental impact

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SPACE UTILISATION


Optimise your space efficiently for enhanced functionality and productivity

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EASY MAINTENANCE


Simplify maintenance tasks effortlessly with our user-friendly solutions, saving you time and effort

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SCALABILITY


Expand seamlessly with our scalable solutions, adapting to your needs for sustainable growth

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LOWER ROOFTOP STRESS


Reduce rooftop strain with our solutions, ensuring durability and longevity for your structures

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VERSATILITY


Experience limitless adaptability with our versatile solutions, tailored to meet diverse needs with ease

// FAQ

What is a Solar Farm?

A solar farm is a large-scale installation of solar panels, typically covering several acres of land, designed to generate electricity from sunlight.

How are solar farms different from rooftop solar installations?

Solar parks are large-scale installations typically located on open land, while rooftop solar installations are installed on rooftops of buildings or structures. Solar parks have the advantage of utilising larger areas for solar generation and may have lower installation costs per watt compared to rooftop installations.

What factors determine the suitability of land for a solar park?

Factors such as land availability, solar irradiance levels, topography, soil quality, proximity to transmission lines or substations, land ownership, zoning regulations, and environmental considerations (e.g., habitat protection, land use conflicts) influence the suitability of land for a solar park.

What is the process for developing a solar park?

The development process for a solar park typically involves site selection, land acquisition, obtaining permits and approvals, conducting environmental assessments, securing financing, designing the system, procuring equipment, construction, grid connection, and ongoing operation and maintenance.

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