Client: BP Lightsource
Project overview
Prosiect Maen Hir is located north of Anglesey Island and comprises approximately 1,234 hectares (ha) of land identified as potential for solar PV development and associated infrastructure, including the project substation and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS).
Prosiect Maen Hir will have a capacity of over 350 megawatts (MW) of clean, renewable electricity. The proposals include infrastructure for generating and storing renewable energy, supplying this electricity to the grid, and the accesses and temporary compounds required for construction.
The proposals are also being developed with the potential to enable further opportunities such as a 5MW community solar scheme, green infrastructure proposals and new recreational opportunities.
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1,234 hectares of land
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350MW of capacity
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Energy Hub on former Shell site
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Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project
BWB's role
Environmental excellence
As part of our development involvement, BWB is providing a range of multi-disciplinary services focused on environmental engineering. These include noise, vibration, air quality, ground solutions, and water and drainage. Delivering these services across such an expanse of land has allowed BWB to showcase our expertise in working on significant projects.
Approval expertise
The development requires a Development Consent Order (DCO) application, which we have been part of developing and designing. Our expertise with DCO applications has allowed us to provide significant advice and input for the ongoing application.
Sustainable future
Our involvement and environmental surveys for this project ensure a more sustainable future for all. By working closely with BP Lightsource and other stakeholders, we are providing critical services to meet environmental requirements and targets for the project.