The council said that once operational, it will produce enough green electricity to power every leisure centre operated by the local authority
Construction has started on the Rawcliffe Solar farm. It is owned and managed by East Riding of Yorkshire Council, who have confirmed the update.
Located near Rawcliffe Bridge, the the council said the project will generate 6 megawatts (MW) of electricity. It will produce enough green electricity to power every leisure centre operated by the local authority.
Once operational, the solar farm will offset approximately 1400 metric tons of carbon dioxide annually. The council said this is the equivalent of removing approximately 950 cars from the road.
A spokesperson for the council said: “The project represents a significant investment in sustainable infrastructure and provides fuel security, helping to insure against future energy price shocks. It also supports the Council’s key priority of Valuing the Environment by addressing climate change and contributes towards the council meeting its legally-binding net zero 2050 target.”
A wildflower meadow and hedges will also be planted as part of the project, helping to further biodiversity in the region. The viability of installing bee hive and utilising sheep for natural vegetation control, as part of the project, is also being explored.
Councillor Paul West, East Riding of Yorkshire Council cabinet member for environment and transport said “It’s great to see this project under construction, which will play a key role in fulfilling our environmental obligations and benefitting the local environment in a cost effective manner.”
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