Island Green Power has launched a second phase of consultation on its plans for Light Valley
Solar – a utility-scale solar and battery energy storage system (BESS) project proposed on land
near Selby, North Yorkshire.
Starting today, on 26th June 2025, the consultation will run for six weeks before closing on 7th
August 2025. During this time, the developer is inviting feedback from communities, as well as
local and technical stakeholders, for their views on the updated proposals.
This second phase of consultation follows an initial consultation held in October to December
last year. During the first phase, Island Green Power presented its early-stage proposals, and
received feedback, which has been considered by the project team.
Annette Lardeur, Project Development Manager at Island Green Power explained:
“Our updated proposals include a refined cable corridor, further information on buffers and
setbacks and plans for new planting and habitat creation.
“We are grateful for everyone that engaged with our non-statutory consultation and shared their
views, which has in turn shaped the project so far. Projects like Light Valley are vital as the UK
transitions away from fossil fuels and towards green renewable energy, aligning with national and
local clean energy commitment.
“I would invite anyone who wants to view and comment on our updated proposals to come along
to a consultation event and speak with the team.”
The project is holding a series of information events during the consultation period:
- Friday 4th July (3pm – 7pm) – Eversley Park Centre, LS25 6BA
- Tuesday 8th July (3pm – 7pm) – Escrick & Deighton Club, YO19 6LQ
- Wednesday 9th July (3pm – 7pm) – Riccall Village Institute, YO19 6QJ
- Friday 11th July (1pm – 5pm) – Haddlesey Church Community Hall, YO8 8QF
- Tuesday 15th July (3pm – 7pm) – Hambleton Village Hall, YO8 9HS
- Saturday 19th July (11am – 3pm) – Monk Fryston & Hillam Community Centre, LS25 5EA
- Monday 21st July (6pm – 7.30pm) – Community Webinar via Zoom (register here Webinar Registration – Zoom)
Full details of the updated proposals being consulted on, including maps, plans, as well as the
details of the consultation events taking place can be found on the Project’s website at: http://www.lightvalleysolar.co.uk
Anyone wishing to receive updated about the Project and the consultation is encouraged to
register their details on the Project website.
For further information please contact the Community Relations Team on:
- Freephone: 0808 281 4784
- Email: info@lightvalleysolar.co.uk
- Post: FREEPOST Light Valley Solar
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