Burton Farm Solar PV Facility, United Kingdom

Burton Farm is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in the United Kingdom, with a capacity of 4.4 MW. The plant is owned by Quercus Renewable Holding 2 and is currently operational. As a solar PV installation, it converts sunlight directly into electricity, contributing to the UK's renewable energy mix. The facility operates under the UK's regulatory framework for renewable energy, which includes the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme that provides stable revenue for low-carbon electricity generation. Solar PV is a key technology in the UK's push to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, with the country targeting 40 GW of solar capacity by 2030. Burton Farm, while modest in scale, represents the distributed solar generation that complements larger utility-scale projects. Environmentally, solar PV installations like Burton Farm have a low operational carbon footprint and minimal water usage. However, they require land area and can impact local ecosystems through habitat alteration. The UK's solar farms are often sited on agricultural land, balancing energy production with food security. Burton Farm's location in the English countryside contributes to local renewable energy generation, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and supporting grid decarbonization.

Solar PV installations like Burton Farm require land for panel arrays, which can alter local habitats and land use. In the UK, solar farms are often placed on agricultural land, raising considerations for food production and biodiversity. However, they produce no emissions during operation and have a low water footprint, supporting climate goals. The site's location in the English countryside contributes to regional renewable energy generation, reducing dependence on fossil fuels.