Will a solar farm meet Guernsey's energy needs?

The company behind the project says that on completion the farm will meet a significant portion of the island's energy needs Credit: PA Plans have been submitted to build a solar farm on Guernsey that if completed would be the "largest ever seen" in the Bailiwick.

Could a solar farm be the 'largest ever seen' in Guernsey?

Plans have been submitted to build a solar farm on Guernsey that if completed would be the "largest ever seen" in the Bailiwick. The Les Abreuveurs Solar Farm Project is being proposed by the energy supplier Rubis which is looking to build on the site formerly occupied by Fresh Guernsey Herbs.

What is the biggest solar project in Guernsey?

A decision on the application for the 8.33 acre farm, which is a similar size to eight football pitches, will be decided at a later date. Nick Crolla, head of sales and marketing at Rubis, told BBC Radio Guernsey: "It is going to be the largest solar project in Guernsey.

Will Guernsey have a standby charge?

Charges for large scale renewable energy set ups in Guernsey are being scrapped. Standby charges currently only apply where the installed power-generation capacity is above 25kW - the equivalent of about 75 standard solar panels. From 1 April any size of renewable energy installation will not have to pay a standing charge.

What is Guernsey's new energy strategy?

The proposals come amid a new electricity strategy debated in the States which aims to bring about a transition towards renewable energy sources. Rubis said they were "committed to supporting Guernsey's ambitious energy goals" and that the project "aligns perfectly" with the goals of the strategy.