Residents of a parish in Jersey have been invited to a public consultation on plans for a new solar farm.
The proposal, put forth by Jersey Electricity and the Crown, involves building solar panels on Crown Land.
The project is designed to provide electricity to approximately 40% of the parish's homes.
A key aspect of the plan is that the land will be used for both farming and energy generation, a concept known as 'agrivoltaics.' This dual use is intended to maximize the land's utility and address concerns about the loss of agricultural space.
The consultation is scheduled for September 10 at St.
Martin's Public Hall, where the public will have the opportunity to view the plans and ask questions.
Jersey Electricity stated that the farm would cover a significant area and is part of a broader effort to increase renewable energy production on the island.
The public's input is crucial, as the project will have a noticeable impact on the local landscape and community.
The consultation will allow residents to voice any concerns they may have about the project's visual impact, environmental effects, or other issues.
The feedback gathered will be used to refine the plans before they are submitted for final approval.
The project is a significant step towards a more sustainable energy future for Jersey and could serve as a model for other communities looking to combine agriculture and renewable energy.
The proposal, put forth by Jersey Electricity and the Crown, involves building solar panels on Crown Land.
The project is designed to provide electricity to approximately 40% of the parish's homes.
A key aspect of the plan is that the land will be used for both farming and energy generation, a concept known as 'agrivoltaics.' This dual use is intended to maximize the land's utility and address concerns about the loss of agricultural space.
The consultation is scheduled for September 10 at St.
Martin's Public Hall, where the public will have the opportunity to view the plans and ask questions.
Jersey Electricity stated that the farm would cover a significant area and is part of a broader effort to increase renewable energy production on the island.
The public's input is crucial, as the project will have a noticeable impact on the local landscape and community.
The consultation will allow residents to voice any concerns they may have about the project's visual impact, environmental effects, or other issues.
The feedback gathered will be used to refine the plans before they are submitted for final approval.
The project is a significant step towards a more sustainable energy future for Jersey and could serve as a model for other communities looking to combine agriculture and renewable energy.
