South Meath solar
68,073MWh
(Megawatt hours) renewable energy supplied per year
14,980
homes powered per year (equivalent)
295
acres of land
26,752
tonnes of carbon emissions saved
16,078
cars taken off the road per year (equivalent)
Site selection
Preliminary assessment and site design
Planning application
Discharge of planning conditions
Ownership transferred
71MWdc in Batterstown, Dunboyne, County Meath
South Meath solar project is a 71MWdc solar site, set across 295 acres in Batterstown, County Meath. The project received planning permission in July 2018.
The South Meath solar project was designed with a 110kV substation and two 16.2m tall cable masts to export the electricity generated. Lightsource bp’s planning approach will help increase native biodiversity through initiatives such as hedgerow and tree-planting and the sowing of wildflowers to provide a suitable environment for wildlife to inhabit. Avian life will also have a refuge, as bird and bat boxes have been installed to provide an area for local species to nest. The passive nature of solar projects provides an ideal habitat for wildlife to recolonise, helping contribute towards the protection of the environment through low carbon energy and ecosystem regeneration.
We hosted an information event for the local community to gather their feedback and opinions as we finalised the design for the solar project. Community consultation is an important part of the development process as it provides an opportunity to engage with local communities, allowing us to provide additional information and residents an opportunity to offer any suggestions.
*All statistics detailed on this page are accurate as of July 2021
Information & resources
During the development process, we put together the following information for the local community and planning committee
*All statistics detailed in our downloadable documents were accurate at the time of publication and may have changed during the development process.
In 2020, Lightsource bp sold this site and others in Ireland to Statkraft.
Get in touch
We are always on hand to assist with any enquiries. You can contact us via email or phone our customer services team.
info@lightsourcebp.com 03332000755
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