RWE has officially energised its first solar project in the UK, with the Langford Solar Farm in Devon now entering full operation. With a capacity of 35 megawatts (AC), the site is expected to generate approximately 49,500 megawatt hours of electricity annually, enough to meet the equivalent needs of over 15,000 typical UK households.

A pioneering solar and battery hybrid

The Langford site is connected to an innovative hybrid battery energy storage system, designed to maximise the use of its grid connection. The 35 MW (AC) co-located battery system is currently in the final stages of construction and will enhance the flexibility and resilience of energy supply once completed.

This milestone is part of RWE’s broader investment in UK renewables, with 11 solar projects currently under construction across England, totalling nearly 530 MW (AC) of solar capacity and 105 MW (AC) of battery storage. By the end of the year, RWE aims to deliver up to 500 MW of new solar capacity across the UK.

Katja Wünschel, CEO of RWE Renewables Europe & Australia, commented: “The energisation of Langford Solar Farm marks an important step for RWE’s solar ambitions in the UK, and is a testament to the dedication, expertise, and passion of our team. This achievement reinforces our commitment to supporting the energy transition, with solar power playing a pivotal role in delivering secure, sustainable, and affordable energy for the future. Langford Solar Farm is just the beginning.”

Delivering clean energy and community benefits

Beyond providing clean, renewable power, Langford Solar Farm underscores RWE’s commitment to supporting local communities and biodiversity. Backed by RWE’s UK Solar Developers Charter, the project includes a £40,000 community benefit fund, awarded to Cullompton Town Council to support rooftop solar PV and sustainability initiatives.

During its construction phase, the project supported 70 to 80 local jobs and is expected to contribute over £110,000 annually in business rates to the local economy. The site is also designed with biodiversity at its core, achieving more than a 50% net gain in habitat and 10% gain in hedgerows, through the creation of species-rich grasslands, installation of wildlife nesting boxes, and the preservation of ecological corridors.

Over its expected 40-year lifespan, Langford Solar Farm will have the potential to save more than 25,000 tonnes of CO? emissions each year — equivalent to the annual emissions of over 15,500 cars.

This project plays a key role in supporting the UK government’s 2030 clean power mission, aligning with the recently published solar roadmap, and marks the beginning of RWE’s expanded contribution to a cleaner, greener UK energy future.

?? RWE’s first UK solar farm is live!

Langford Solar Farm will power 15,000+ homes a year and includes a hybrid battery system to maximise clean energy use. It’s the first of 500MW of UK solar capacity we’re aiming to deliver by year-end.

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