The farm would also save over 1.6 million tonnes of CO2 whilst continuing to produce food for the UK market through sheep grazing. Why are solar farms needed? Solar farms are one of the cheapest ways to generate home-grown electricity, helping to strengthen the UK's energy security by reducing its reliance on imported energy sources and limiting exposure to ongoing geopolitical uncertainty. (Image: RWE Renewables UK)Beyond generating clean electricity, solar farms can also provide significant opportunities to support wildlife and enhance local biodiversity. You can find out more about the proposed Furzen Solar Farm uk.rwe.com