Overview
Land South Of Bryn Cyrnau Isaf is a 5.9 MW solar PV facility in the United Kingdom, operational under Green Switch Solutions. It contributes to the UK's renewable energy capacity.
Land South Of Bryn Cyrnau Isaf is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in the United Kingdom, with an operational capacity of 5.9 MW. The plant is owned by Green Switch Solutions (Liquidated) and is currently operational, supporting the country's transition to renewable energy sources. The facility operates under the UK's regulatory framework, which includes the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme and the Renewable Obligation (RO) mechanism. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity, and at this scale, the plant is considered small to medium-sized, typical for ground-mounted solar installations in the UK. The plant's generation contributes to the local grid, helping to reduce carbon emissions and support the UK's target of net-zero emissions by 2050. Its location in a rural area minimizes land-use conflicts, while the solar panels are designed to have a low visual impact compared to other infrastructure.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a rural area of Wales, where solar PV development is encouraged to meet renewable energy targets. The land use for solar panels can affect local ecosystems, but careful siting and habitat management can mitigate impacts. The UK's regulatory framework requires environmental assessments for such projects to minimize disruption to wildlife and landscapes.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in the United Kingdom, near Bryn Cyrnau Isaf, with coordinates 51.833800, -4.280700.
The solar PV facility has a capacity of 5.9 MW, making it a small to medium-scale solar installation.
The plant is owned by Green Switch Solutions, which is listed as liquidated.
The UK supports solar PV through the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme and the Renewable Obligation (RO), which provide financial incentives for renewable energy generation.
Solar PV has low operational emissions but requires land use. Proper siting and habitat management can minimize ecological impacts, and the UK requires environmental assessments for new projects.