Will Jersey's power company install a solar grid?

A power company in Jersey has agreed a deal with a building supplies firm to install a small-scale solar grid. Jersey Electricity (JE) said work was under way to convert the roof of Ronez's bagging shed at St John with an array of solar panels.

Could a solar farm boost jersey's energy security?

Bosses said the plans for the 2.7 hectare site, meant electricity would be returned to the grid in a process which would "increase Jersey's energy security" A solar farm in Jersey could power 17% of the parish's homes if planning is approved, electricity bosses say.

What do people in Jersey think about solar farms?

Jersey Electricity (JE) is asking people in St Mary what they think about proposals for two solar farms. The solar farms would produce enough energy to power nearly 1,200 homes in Jersey, said JE. Land earmarked for the siting of the panels would continue to be used for grazing and growing crops, it said.

How many kWh will Jersey's solar array generate?

The 1,311 square metres, 255kWp array is expected to generate over 240,000 units a year - enough to power 33 Jersey homes using an average 7,300 units (kWhs) a year. It's the third solar array to feed directly on to the grid.

How many homes can a solar farm power in Jersey?

The solar farms would produce enough energy to power nearly 1,200 homes in Jersey, said JE. Land earmarked for the siting of the panels would continue to be used for grazing and growing crops, it said. The company is holding a community consultation from 10:00 to 20:00 BST at St Mary's Parish Hall where people can view the site plans.

Will a ground-based solar installation at Mont Fondon increase Jersey's energy security?

Jersey Electricity (JE) is inviting St Peter parishioners to attend a consultation for a ground-based solar installation at Mont Fondon. Bosses said the plans for the 2.7 hectare site, meant electricity would be returned to the grid in a process which would "increase Jersey's energy security".