Britain’s biggest community solar farm forced to shut over grid overload fears
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Britain's largest community solar farm in north Devon was forced to shut down for the summer by the grid operator due to fears of overloading the local grid from large amounts of rooftop solar. The shutdown occurred weeks before record heatwaves caused power supply warnings across Europe. The project's board estimates £2m in lost revenue and criticizes the timing. This incident highlights challenges in integrating renewable energy into the grid.
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Estimated £2m lost revenue
Timing of Devon switchoff 'could not be worse', says board.
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Members face an estimated £2m in lost revenue.
The Guardian- Estimated £2m lost revenue
- Worst possible timing for financial impact
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Loaded language removedThe timing of the Devon shutdown is challenging, says board, as members face an estimated £2m in lost revenue. Britain’s biggest community solar project has been shut for the duration of its first summer by the government’s energy system operator to avoid grid overload.
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Members face an estimated £2m in lost revenue.
The GuardianTiming of Devon switchoff 'could not be worse', says board.
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