CPRE Devon are calling for support in their campaign against ground based solar.
On January 17th, a Private Members’ Bill goes to Second Reading in Parliament. It’s promoted by Max Wilkinson MP and its title is the ‘New Homes (Solar Generation) Bill’- aka The Sunshine Bill. It aims to make all new homes have solar panels fitted as standard – something that CPRE have been calling for, for years.
The government’s mission to achieve Net Zero by 2035, means a huge investment is being made in solar energy sites, almost entirely situated on green fields, productive farmland and cherished landscapes. The targets could be reached by putting solar panels on 250,000 hectares of existing rooftops, mandating them on all newbuilds, and using brownfield public land such as car parks. But investors tend to go for the cheaper option – which means siting them on green fields.
If you would like to support this bill, CPRE are asking for help to ensure enough MPs attend parliament and vote in favour of rooftop solar. They are asking people to write to their MP requesting that they attend the debate on January 17th and ensure the Bill goes through. It is quick and simple to do, click the link here to use CPRE’s automated email form to email your MP directly.