Wedoany.com Report-Sept. 8, Boom Power’s Fenwick Solar Farm has moved closer to realization following the completion of the examination phase of its Development Consent Order (DCO). The review concluded on 3 September, ahead of schedule, marking the transition into the recommendation stage, which falls within the statutory six-month timeframe.

The Fenwick Solar Farm, located near the village of Fenwick in Doncaster, is classified as a Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project (NSIP). Designed with a capacity of up to 237.5MW of solar generation, it will also include co-located battery energy storage. Once operational, the facility is expected to supply clean electricity sufficient to power around 75,000 homes annually. The project will be connected to the Thorpe Marsh Substation.

With the recommendation phase now underway, the Examining Authority is preparing its report for submission to the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero. The report is expected to be issued within three months.

Boom Power founder Mark Hogan emphasized the project’s role in supporting renewable energy goals: “Reaching the close of examination at Fenwick Solar Farm is an important milestone, not just for Boom Power but for the UK’s wider net zero journey. This scheme will generate enough clean electricity to power around 75,000 homes each year, while enhancing biodiversity and supporting agricultural use. From the outset we have been committed to designing projects that are sensitive to their surroundings and bring long-term value to the communities in which they are based. Fenwick Solar Farm is a strong example of how large-scale renewable energy can be delivered responsibly, and we are grateful to the Examining Authority, local stakeholders and community members for their constructive engagement throughout the process.”

Rob Smith, Boom Power’s head of NSIP development, also commented on the significance of the project: “Fenwick Solar Farm has been a rewarding project to develop, and I am proud of the design we are now taking forward. From the outset, our focus has been on creating a scheme that integrates sensitively into the surrounding landscape while delivering the significant clean energy capacity the UK urgently requires. Careful attention has been given to biodiversity enhancements, habitat creation, and opportunities for continued agricultural use, ensuring that the site can support both nature and farming alongside renewable energy generation. The inclusion of co-located battery storage is particularly important, helping to strengthen grid stability and manage peaks in demand. With the support of an experienced design and planning team, we believe Fenwick Solar Farm demonstrates how large-scale infrastructure can be delivered responsibly, with lasting benefits for the local community and the wider environment.”

The project highlights the growing role of large-scale renewable energy developments in advancing clean energy supply while balancing environmental and community considerations.