UK approves 1.2 GW of solar projects ahead of Contracts for Difference bidding round

Britain granted planning consent for three utility-scale solar projects totaling 1.2 gigawatts, including a 720 MW facility, timing the approvals just before the eighth round of competitive subsidy auctions opens for renewable energy bids.

First covered Jul 9, 2026 · 12:05 AM PT · 1 article · no longer in the live window

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80d PV Magazine UK approves PV projects totaling 1.2 GW — Trio of development consent orders adds significant capacity to UK solar pipeline, including a 720 MW project.

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