Written Question·Department for Energy Security and Net Zero·UIN 15119
Solar Power: Nature Conservation
Tabled: 1 July 2026
Answered: 10 July 2026
Question
Ian Roome
Liberal Democrat — North Devon
To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what steps his department is taking to ensure that the development of solar farms supports the protection and enhancement of wildlife and natural habitats.
Answer
Michael ShanksAll solar projects are subject to a rigorous planning process, in which the impacts on wildlife and habitats are considered. Biodiversity net gain is also a legal requirement under the Environment Act 2021 and associated regulations. This means that to ac...
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