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Green energy project aims to power 400,000 homes, but locals worry about impact
Apr. 10, 2026 at 2:45am
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A proposed 6.2-mile solar farm in north Nottinghamshire is under review by planning inspectors, with the project’s developer touting its potential to provide renewable energy for the entire county, while local residents express concerns about increased traffic, flooding risks, and the overall impact on the rural landscape.
The solar farm is a nationally significant infrastructure project, meaning the final decision rests with the national government. The outcome will have major implications for the region’s energy future and the balance between green energy goals and local community interests.
The Great North Road Solar and Biodiversity Park would create a ring of ‘solar islands’ around villages like Caunton and Ossington, with the eastern edge running alongside the A1 highway. While developers claim the project could power 400,000 homes, a recent public consultation found 54% of respondents opposed the plans, citing concerns about increased HGV traffic, potential damage to historic homes, and the overall impact on the rural landscape.
The company developing the Great North Road Solar and Biodiversity Park, which has reduced the land required for the project by 30% and implemented a biodiversity enhancement plan.
The executive chairman of Elements Green, who highlights the company’s efforts to engage with the local community and address concerns.
A resident of Egmanton who remains concerned about increased HGV traffic and potential structural damage to historic homes.
A nearby resident who raises concerns about the potential for increased flooding from the Moorhouse Beck stream.
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