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Straws Hadley project in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, will cover 56 hectares including biodiversity measures
Qair has received planning permission for a 50MW solar project in Buckinghamshire in the UK.
The Straws Hadley Solar Farm, in Aylesbury, was supported in producing the application by TEP, which was submitted to Buckinghamshire Council.
Covering around 56 hectares, the solar farm project also includes the provision of biodiversity net gain within the site as shown in a Biodiversity Gain Plan, with at least 65% habitat gains and 12% hedge gains estimated post-development.
This is due to planting trees on the site to enhance its ecological value and provide more protective areas for wildlife.
“Straws Hadley marks our third solar project approved for planning this year, along with Lark Hill in Rochford and Washdyke Farm in Folkingham.
“Securing planning permission isn’t just a milestone – it’s the foundation for building a brighter and more sustainable future as well as helping Qair reach our goal of becoming a leading IPP in the UK” said Sam Burgess, project manager at Qair UK.
“I am over the moon for myself and the team.”
In August Qair announced the acquisition of a significant majority share in Green Switch Capital (GSC), a UK–based renewable energy developer.
GSCs pipeline of over 15GW, with first projects to be commissioned in 2026, will add to Qair’s existing portfolio in the UK, which already includes offshore wind, energy from waste, and onshore renewable projects. |
