5MW solar developments — no cost, no risk, fully managed and developer-backed.
How it works
Identify viable land
We begin by assessing your farmland, ideally around 25 acres, south-facing and unshaded, to confirm suitability for a 5MW solar project. We check planning factors such as AONB, SSSI, heritage settings, flood zones, and access, along with proximity to an 11 kV or 33 kV grid connection. Our preference is to use whole fields, keeping the land tidy, accessible, and available for grazing.
Secure planning & grid connection
Our in-house team prepares and submits the planning application alongside the G99 grid application to the local DNO. This includes environmental and technical reports covering ecology, transport, glint and glare, and Biodiversity Net Gain. With the 2024 NPPF updates prioritising renewable energy, and grid reforms moving to a 'first ready, first connected' model, well-prepared sub-5MW schemes now move faster and with lower risk.
Ready to build delivery
Once planning and grid are secured, we agree a long-term lease and move to construction. A 5MW project typically builds out in four to six months, from piling, frames, panels, and inverters through to the private cable connection. Commissioning is completed under G99 witness testing with the DNO before energisation. Landscaping and biodiversity measures are delivered in parallel, leaving the site ready to generate income for decades.
Step 1
8 weeks
Feasibility & Option Agreement
We assess whether your farmland can host a 5MW scheme, considering irradiation levels, topography, planning designations, flood risk, access, and proximity to grid. If viable, we secure an option agreement, guaranteeing your rental income while we cover all costs.
Step 1
8 weeks
Feasibility & Option Agreement
We handle the planning and G99 grid applications for the DNO. Our reports address ecology, transport, glint and glare, and Biodiversity Net Gain. With councils now required by the updated NPPF to prioritize renewables, well-prepared 5MW projects can advance swiftly and with less risk.
Step 3
3-6 months
Lease & Build-Out
We assess whether your farmland can host a 5MW scheme, considering irradiation levels, topography, planning designations, flood risk, access, and proximity to grid. If viable, we secure an option agreement, guaranteeing your rental income while we cover all costs.
We offer guaranteed lease income or competitive purchase terms
We handle the entire planning and grid process — zero hassle for landowners
We’re currently delivering under multi-year mandates from major buyers
Our team has deep experience in UK
