Low Carbon, a UK renewable energy company, is working on a 500-MW solar and energy storage project in Kent, southern England. The South Kent Energy Park will cover a 600-hectare site near Old Romney, in the Folkestone and Hythe District, stretching along the A259 from Brenzett to New Romney. The solar park will generate enough energy to power around 140,000 homes, contributing significantly to clean energy in the region.
The company has also started engaging with the local community, hosting both in-person and online events for residents and businesses to learn about the project and share their thoughts. James Hartley-Bond, the Project Development Director, emphasised that community input is key to shaping the project and ensuring it aligns with local needs.
Due to its size and potential impact, the South Kent Energy Park is classified as a Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project (NSIP). It will need approval from the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero. If granted, the project will include the necessary infrastructure to connect the solar farm to the national grid.
Low Carbon is committed to supporting the UK’s clean energy transition, having recently received approval for a similar 500-MW solar and storage project in Lincolnshire. The South Kent Energy Park is another step in the company’s plan to help meet the UK’s renewable energy goals.
