Will the Isle of Man have a solar energy farm?

Plans have been submitted for the Isle of Man's first solar energy farm. The proposed 84-acre development in the south of the island would generate enough electricity to power nearly 8,000 homes per year, developers said.

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How many solar sites will Manx Utilities have?

Working with the Department of Infrastructure, Manx Utilities has identified over 30 sites suitable to deliver a total of 30 Megawatts of solar power on the public estate. The first phase of solar installations will see five projects being progressed with more sites to be identified to reach the 10 Megawatt objective.

Will 84 acre solar farm be built in Malew?

The proposed 84-acre development in the south of the island would generate enough electricity to power nearly 8,000 homes per year, developers said. Peel Cubico Renewables said the Billown Solar Farm, to be built on agricultural land in Malew near Castletown, could be in operation next year if approved.

Would a solar farm help the island?

Stephen Snowdon, from the renewable energy company, said the solar farm would help the island "to take control over its long-term energy needs". The farm would offer "stable, low-cost green energy" and support government in meeting its climate change targets, including the decarbonisation the island's electricity supply by 2030, he added.

How many megawatts will Manx Utilities install on-Island?

Alongside an anticipated 10 Megawatts of private domestic and commercial installations, Manx Utilities’ renewable projects will take installed renewable capacity on-Island to the 40 Megawatts target.