Went along to Thriplow Village Hall to find out more about the proposal for a solar park along the drift to the east of Thriplow. (The area marked in red on the map) About 50 people came along during the course of the afternoon.This is a bit of a first, as there are currently about six applications in with south cambs seeking to put up solar panels, and a similar number down in Cornwall, but nothing actually up and running yet. So uncharted territory. Obviously far less impact on the countryside than a wind turbine - but less electricity generated.
It was helpful to understand more about the proposal, how it would work, and what impact there would be on the environment from the panels. For example, the panels don't require full sun to operate, so even on a dull winters day they generate some power. Thriplow Parish Council intend to hold a public meeting on this proposals - date to be advised.
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