Sustainability drives everything we do
We operate a distinctive business model which combines economic sustainability with the generation of social and environmental value, and we are constantly striving for innovative ways to deliver our services.
We see ourselves as key to enabling not only our own goals but also those of our stakeholders.
With a business based on our solid and transparent industrial, ethical and social principles we make a tangible contribution to global and local sustainable development which is outlined in our Sustainability Report 2023.
Net benefit for biodiversity
The development provides an opportunity to keep the land pesticide and chemical free – enables species to thrive and improves soil quality.
Compared to intensive farming practices, a solar farm brings multi-functional benefits of energy production alongside net environmental gain for habitats and species.
With substantial new planting and ecological connectivity, the project would achieve a net benefit for biodiversity through:
- Enhancing habitat corridors
- Greater foraging opportunities
- Encouraging pollinators
Project benefits
Nadara’s commitment is to provide added value in the communities where it installs its projects with the implementation of programs focused on local sustainable development, through various economic, social, cultural, training and environmental measures.
The wider benefits of the proposals are:
Local targets
Assisting Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council (RCTCBC) to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in line with local, national and international targets and the declared Climate Emergency.
UK targets
Making an important contribution to achieving legally binding national net zero by 2050 targets.
Energy security
Contribute towards the security of energy supply in RCT and Wales, through the provision of a locally produced, low cost, renewable energy supply.
Farmer benefits
Although it is likely that some sheep grazing will continue on the land, the wider project provides an opportunity for local farmers to diversify their operations and ensure the long-term viability of their farm.
Community Benefit Fund
We support the local communities around our solar projects, and we aim to create a positive impact both on society and the environment that goes beyond generating renewable energy.
We welcome your ideas on how we can deliver for the community.
At our projects we invite the local community to help us shape a community benefit package that best meets local needs and wishes.
If this project receives consent, we will work with local stakeholders to establish a community fund of up to £581,000 over the life of the project.
To date, we have provided £1.37M through community benefit schemes in the UK, Sweden, Norway, France and Spain, supporting over 40 communities.
If you have an idea for a sustainable community-based scheme or project, then please do let us know by getting in contact.
Shared ownership
Potential opportunities for shared ownership, ensuring the communities hosting the project retain benefit from local energy generation.
Local Suppliers
The relationships we forge with local suppliers help our projects to become successful and provide valuable economic benefits through inward investment. This ensures that, where possible, local people are employed during the construction and operation of the project.
If you are a local supplier and are interest in getting involved with the project, please get in touch.