IB vogt UK, a leading utility-scale solar developer, is behind plans for Stirches Renewable Energy Park, a solar and BESS development proposed for land north-east of Hawick Substation. The park will comprise up to 30MW solar generation (PV) and 30MW battery storage import (BESS), generating green energy to power thousands of homes and businesses across Scotland. READ MORE: Peebles business closes retail premises and moves onlineLocated adjacent to Stirches Mains Farm House (TD9 7NR), the development will contribute to the Scottish Government’s renewable energy and net-zero targets for 2045. If that recommendation is endorsed the application would then go before the Scottish Government’s Energy Consents Unit (ECU) for a final decision. A report, to be presented to committee members, states: “It is acknowledged that the proposed development will have some significant landscape and visual effects.