Overview
Hendai Farm is a 13.4 MW solar PV facility in the United Kingdom, operated by Conergy UK. It contributes to the UK's renewable energy capacity under the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme.
Hendai Farm is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in the United Kingdom, with a capacity of 13.4 megawatts. Developed by Conergy UK, the plant is operational and contributes to the country's growing solar energy portfolio. As a medium-scale solar installation, it supports the UK's transition to low-carbon electricity generation. The facility operates under the UK's regulatory framework for renewable energy, which includes the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme and the Renewables Obligation (RO). These mechanisms provide financial support for low-carbon electricity, encouraging investment in solar PV and other renewable technologies. The UK has set ambitious targets to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, with solar power playing a key role in decarbonizing the grid. Hendai Farm's solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity without emissions, helping to reduce reliance on fossil fuels. The plant's output is fed into the national grid, supporting local energy needs and contributing to the UK's renewable energy targets. Solar farms like Hendai Farm also provide environmental benefits by displacing carbon-intensive power generation.
Environmental context
Solar PV installations like Hendai Farm have a low environmental footprint during operation, producing no direct emissions. However, they require land use and can impact local ecosystems. In the UK, solar farms are often sited on agricultural land, balancing energy generation with food production. The facility's location in Wales benefits from moderate solar irradiance, and its operation aligns with the UK's climate goals.
Frequently asked questions
Hendai Farm is located in the United Kingdom, with coordinates 51.6745° N, -3.2765° W, near the town of Nelson in Caerphilly county, Wales.
Hendai Farm has a capacity of 13.4 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale solar photovoltaic facility.
Hendai Farm is owned and operated by Conergy UK, a renewable energy company specializing in solar power.
Solar PV in the UK is supported by the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme and the Renewables Obligation (RO), which provide financial incentives for low-carbon electricity generation.
Hendai Farm generates clean electricity from solar energy, helping the UK reduce carbon emissions and meet its goal of net-zero emissions by 2050.