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Communities Could Get Cash for Hosting Solar Farms and Offshore Wind Schemes
- The UK government announced in 2025 plans to require energy developers to pay communities hosting solar and offshore wind farms into benefit funds.
- This approach aligns with established models in various European nations where schemes are in place to provide local communities with tangible benefits from renewable energy developments.
- The funds will support local services, infrastructure, education, and training, with payment amounts varying from tens of thousands to millions of pounds depending on project size.
- Energy Secretary Ed Miliband highlighted that residents close to offshore wind or solar energy projects should experience positive impacts, such as job opportunities, improved infrastructure, and reduced energy costs.
- The proposals aim to formalize contributions, involve communities in spending decisions, and could include shared ownership to reinvest returns locally, advancing the UK’s clean energy goals.
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Communities could get cash for hosting solar farms and offshore wind schemes
Under Government plans rural and coastal communities could get tens of thousands, or even millions, of pounds a year for clean energy infrastructure. Communities living near new clean energy schemes could get cash for sports facilities, better transport links and training schemes, the Government has said. Under the plans, coastal communities who host infrastructure linked to offshore wind farms, and those in rural areas where new solar or wind f…
Coastal towns get clean energy funding boost
Britain’s coastal and rural communities are set to benefit from new funding linked to the rollout of clean energy infrastructure, under proposals announced as part of the government’s Plan for Change. The scheme would legally require renewable energy developers to contribute to community benefit funds when building offshore wind, onshore wind and solar projects. These funds would support local services and priorities, such as youth employment in…
Cash boost for coastal communities hosting clean energy projects
Britain’s coastal and rural communities are expected to receive financial support as part of the government’s new Plan for Change to make the UK a clean energy superpower Areas that host renewable energy infrastructure, like offshore wind farms, solar panels, and energy storage facilities, will benefit directly from new funding to boost local services, facilities, and economic growth. This initiative ensures that communities playing a vital role…
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