Overview
Raventhorpe Farm is a 38 MW solar PV facility in the United Kingdom, owned by Fengate Capital and operational under the UK's renewable energy framework.
Raventhorpe Farm is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in the United Kingdom, with a capacity of 38 megawatts. Owned by Fengate Capital, the plant is operational and contributes to the country's renewable energy generation. The facility is situated in a region with moderate solar irradiance, typical for UK solar projects. The plant utilizes solar PV technology to convert sunlight into electricity. With a capacity of 38 MW, it falls within the medium-to-large scale for UK solar farms. The facility operates under the UK's regulatory framework, which includes the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme and the Renewable Obligation (RO) mechanism, supporting low-carbon electricity generation. Raventhorpe Farm plays a role in the UK's transition to net-zero emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based power. Solar PV installations like this one help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support grid stability. The facility's output is fed into the national grid, contributing to the country's renewable energy targets.
Environmental context
Solar PV farms like Raventhorpe Farm require land for panel installation, which can impact local land use and visual aesthetics. However, they produce no emissions during operation and have a low water footprint. The UK's solar resource is moderate, but advances in panel efficiency make such projects viable. Proper siting can minimize ecological disruption.
Frequently asked questions
Raventhorpe Farm is a solar PV facility located in the United Kingdom, with coordinates approximately 53.5604° N, -0.5813° W.
Raventhorpe Farm has a capacity of 38 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-to-large scale solar installation in the UK.
Raventhorpe Farm is owned by Fengate Capital, a private investment firm.
Solar PV in the UK is supported by the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme and the Renewable Obligation (RO), which provide financial incentives for low-carbon electricity generation.
By generating clean electricity from solar power, Raventhorpe Farm helps reduce reliance on fossil fuels and supports the UK's goal of net-zero emissions by 2050.