Overview
Condover (Green Farm) is a 10.2 MW solar PV facility in Shropshire, United Kingdom, owned by NextEnergy Solar Fund. It contributes to the UK's renewable energy capacity under the Contracts for Difference scheme.
Condover (Green Farm) is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located near Condover, Shropshire, United Kingdom. With a capacity of 10.2 MW, it is a medium-scale solar installation that feeds renewable electricity into the national grid. The facility is owned by NextEnergy Solar Fund, a specialist investor in solar energy assets. The plant operates under the UK's regulatory framework for renewable energy, which includes the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme and the Renewables Obligation. These mechanisms provide price stability and incentives for low-carbon electricity generation. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity, and the UK's solar capacity has grown significantly, supported by declining costs and government targets for net-zero emissions by 2050. The facility plays a role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and diversifying the UK's energy mix. Solar farms like Condover (Green Farm) also contribute to local energy security and can provide ecosystem services through habitat management on site. The electricity generated is equivalent to powering several thousand homes annually.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a rural area of Shropshire, a county with mixed agricultural land use. Solar farms require land for panel arrays, which can affect local landscapes and land use. However, they produce no emissions during operation and have a low water footprint. The site's management may include biodiversity enhancements such as wildflower planting, benefiting pollinators and local wildlife.
Frequently asked questions
Condover (Green Farm) is located near Condover, Shropshire, in the United Kingdom.
The facility has a capacity of 10.2 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale solar installation.
The facility is owned by NextEnergy Solar Fund, a specialist investor in solar energy assets.
The UK supports solar energy through the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme and the Renewables Obligation, which provide financial incentives for low-carbon electricity generation.
Solar PV panels convert sunlight directly into electricity using semiconductor materials. The generated direct current is converted to alternating current for grid use.