Hollamoor Farm (PV) - 2 MW Solar PV Facility in the United Kingdom

Hollamoor Farm (PV) is a solar photovoltaic facility located in the United Kingdom, with coordinates 51.0506° N, -4.0744° W. The plant has a capacity of 2 MW, placing it in the small-scale category for solar PV installations. It is owned by Lightsource Renewable Energy, a major solar developer in the UK. 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). Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity using semiconductor panels, with no moving parts and low maintenance requirements. The 2 MW capacity is typical for a farm-based solar installation, contributing to the UK's distributed generation mix. Hollamoor Farm (PV) supports the UK's transition to net-zero emissions by generating clean electricity without direct greenhouse gas emissions. As a ground-mounted solar array, it occupies agricultural land but allows for dual use such as grazing. The facility helps reduce reliance on fossil fuels and supports local grid stability through distributed generation.

Solar PV installations like Hollamoor Farm (PV) have a low environmental footprint during operation, with no air emissions or water consumption. However, land use for ground-mounted arrays can impact local ecosystems and agricultural practices. In the UK, solar farms are often sited on lower-grade agricultural land to minimize conflict with food production. The panels have a lifespan of 25-30 years and are recyclable, reducing long-term waste.