Overview
Land off Moss Side Lane (resubmission) is a 5 MW solar PV facility in the United Kingdom, operated by WEL Solar Park 11. It contributes to the country's renewable energy capacity under the UK's regulatory framework.
Land off Moss Side Lane (resubmission) is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in the United Kingdom, with a capacity of 5 megawatts (MW). This scale places it in the small-to-medium range for solar farms in the UK, which typically range from 5 MW to 50 MW. The facility is owned and operated by WEL Solar Park 11 and is currently operational, adding to the nation's growing portfolio of solar energy. The UK's renewable energy sector is supported by the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme, which provides stable revenue for low-carbon electricity generation. Solar PV projects like this one benefit from the UK's Renewable Obligation (RO) and Feed-in Tariff (FiT) frameworks, though these have been phased out for new projects. The facility operates under the UK's broader target of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, with solar capacity playing a key role in decarbonizing the grid. Solar PV installations in the UK are typically ground-mounted and require careful land-use planning to minimize visual and ecological impacts. This facility, located in a rural area, contributes to local renewable energy generation and helps reduce reliance on fossil fuels. Its operational status supports the UK's goal of increasing renewable energy share, which reached 43% of electricity generation in 2020.
Environmental context
Solar PV facilities like Land off Moss Side Lane require significant land area, which can impact local ecosystems and agricultural use. In the UK, solar farms are often sited on low-grade agricultural land to minimize conflict with food production. The facility's location in a rural area may affect local biodiversity, but proper site management can mitigate these impacts. Solar energy generation produces no direct emissions, supporting the UK's climate goals.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in the United Kingdom, near Moss Side Lane, with coordinates 53.775000, -2.929800.
The solar PV facility has a capacity of 5 megawatts (MW), making it a small-to-medium scale solar farm in the UK.
The facility is owned and operated by WEL Solar Park 11.
The UK supports solar PV through the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme, which provides stable revenue for low-carbon electricity. Past schemes include the Renewable Obligation and Feed-in Tariff.
Solar PV helps the UK achieve its net-zero emissions target by 2050. In 2020, renewables accounted for 43% of UK electricity generation, with solar playing a growing role.