Solar Farm Projects Expected Across Devon, Suffolk, Maharashtra, Kent

Several solar farm projects across the UK and India are advancing plans to expand clean energy capacity and support climate goals. In Maharashtra, India, Freyr Energy is driving solar adoption with over 13 MW installed and aims to solarize more than 20,000 homes and 2,000 MSMEs by 2030, leveraging a digital platform to simplify residential solar installations. In North Devon, UK, Exagen Development is seeking planning permission for a 15 MW solar farm near Braunton, addressing local concerns about environmental impact, and emphasizing mitigation measures to protect nearby protected sites and heritage areas. Another large-scale project in Horringer, West Suffolk, proposes an 80-hectare solar farm capable of generating 40 MW, which could power over 12,000 homes, though some local officials expressed reservations about solar energy's reliability and rural impact. Additionally, Sevenoaks District Council in Kent is considering leasing a former landfill site for a solar farm to generate electricity for South East Water’s treatment works, supporting regional climate objectives. These initiatives illustrate growing momentum and diverse approaches to expanding renewable energy infrastructure while balancing environmental and community concerns.