Development

Renewables

Development

Renewables

Earn Long-Term, Inflation Linked Rent from Solar

Earn Long-Term, Inflation Linked Rent from Solar

5MW solar developments — no cost, no risk, fully managed and developer-backed.

How it works

Earn Long-Term, Inflation Linked Rent from Solar

5MW solar developments — no cost, no risk, fully managed and developer-backed.

How it works

Identify viable land

Identify viable land

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.

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.

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

Secure planning & grid connection

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.

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.

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

Ready to build delivery

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Process timeline

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 2

8 weeks

Planning & Grid Application

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.

Why work with us

1

No upfront cost

we fund all planning, design, and development

2

Flexible exit options

forward-sell your lease income later as a lump sum

3

Increase estate value

forward-sell your lease income later as a lump sum

4

Guaranteed rental income

secure, inflation-linked payments for 30–40 years

5

Local expertise, global backing

Cornwall-based team with international investor support

6

Policy and planning expertise

The 2024 NPPF updates favor renewables, and our proven track record maximizes your scheme's success.

7

Direct access to buyers

strategic links with corporate energy offtakers maximise rents from smaller projects

Extensive expertise

Over 50+ years experience of developing renewable energy projects across the globe.

Planning & Energy policy know-how

We understand the complexities of planning and energy policy at both local and national levels, helping you maximize government schemes like Climate Emergency DPD. Our local contacts and experience ensure your project progresses smoothly and swiftly.

Value of small scale Solar Projects

We excel at maximizing benefits from small-scale solar projects (under 50 MWh). By focusing on this project size, we can swiftly navigate planning applications and quickly deliver inflation-beating returns for both landowners and investors.

Meet the Team

Tom Wrigley
Founder & Chief Executive Officer

Tom trained in the City of London, working for two American financial services firms before moving into infrastructure financing and renewables development. He later served as Head of Business Development at Winch Energy and Chief Investment Officer at Forever Learn, where he led corporate fundraising and advised on a €1 billion project in Uganda. Since 2020, he has focused on entrepreneurship, co-founding NeoGreen Hydrogen Corp. in Canada and working on large-scale renewable energy projects. Having lived and worked in Africa for nearly a decade, Tom has a deep understanding of international markets. In 2020, he was shortlisted for the national UK Young Exporter of the Year award

Nick Wrigley
Chairman

Nicholas co-founded UPC Renewables, which has developed over 3,000MW of wind power projects globally, and founded Winch Energy Group, a leader in off-grid energy solutions across Africa and Latin America. He has been recognised with the Africa Power Elites Award and was named an Export Champion by the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council. He has also advised international listed companies and participated in UK Government trade missions to Ethiopia and Uganda. Previously, Nicholas was Managing Partner for Europe at Clifford Chance (1995-2006), one of the world’s leading law firms.

Kier Hetherington
Chief Operating Officer

Kier brings a wealth of experience from his time leading OMS Technical, where he expertly managed the procurement and supply of intricate equipment for government clients in the marine and energy sectors. His robust background in procurement, logistics, and operational management is now a cornerstone of our renewable energy business. This expertise ensures that every solar project is executed with exceptional precision, efficiency, and reliability, paving the way for sustainable energy solutions that meet the growing demands of our clients.

Get a Free Site Assessment

We can quickly give you an idea of how feasibly a project on your land might be and also what sort of returns you could expect.

Arrange a farm visit

Get a Free Site Assessment

We can quickly give you an idea of how feasibly a project on your land might be and also what sort of returns you could expect.

Arrange a farm visit

Got a question?

Contact us

Whether you’re looking to lease your land long term or explore a sale with upside potential, we’d love to hear from you.

We have extensive experience in both renewable energy development and in helping landowners get the most from their assets.

Don’t hesitate to get in touch for a no-obligation initial chat.

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