Springwell Solar Farm has passed a significant planning hurdle after the UK Government approved a Development Consent Order (DCO), allowing the scheme to move towards construction.

The consent follows a rigorous examination that began after the application was lodged in November 2024, including extensive engagement with local residents, stakeholders and statutory bodies. Feedback from this process helped refine the proposals, which are being jointly brought forward by EDF power solutions UK and Luminous Energy.

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EDF power solutions UK's Director of Storage, Solar and Private Wire Matthew Boulton said: "This decision is an important step forward for Springwell Solar Farm. We welcome the Government's approval following a thorough review of the project.

"I would like to thank everyone who took part in the public examination process and consultations. As the project moves forward, we remain committed to working collaboratively with local communities and partners to reduce the impacts of construction while delivering long-term benefits for the region."

Situated between Sleaford and Lincoln in Lincolnshire, Springwell is expected to contribute meaningfully to the UK's future energy mix by generating enough renewable, secure electricity to power more than 180,000 homes each year once operational.

The plans also provide for 12km of new footpaths, over 15km of additional hedgerows and a community growing area for public use. A community benefit fund, set at £400 per megawatt of installed capacity, would support local projects.