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Giant solar park set for approval

Written By blogger on Wednesday, July 23, 2014 | 12:13 AM

Plans for a giant solar park with 180,000 electricity-generating panels are being recommended for approval by Flintshire councillors.

The 270-acre (109 hectare) site has been earmarked for agricultural land next to Deeside Industrial Estate.

Farmer Stuart Banks, who currently leases the land, is among objectors who say a brownfield site should be used.

The scheme is recommended for approval subject to assurances on issues such as habitat, drainage and site access.

Its backers - the Swansea-based Compton Group - said the solar park could produce enough power for 11,000 homes over its 25-year lifespan.

A nearby paper mill has been in discussion with the developers about supplying its long-term energy needs.

Land earmarked for a solar park on Deeside The site is currently used for growing vegetables

Giant solar park set for approval

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