Renewable energy 2024

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07 JUN 2024
Larport Solar Farm, Clay Hill Pit, Prior's Froome, Dormington, Herefordshire, HR1 4EP

About Renewable energy

Join Farmers Weekly and Conrad Energy on site at Larport solar farm.

This event will cover the benefits of on-site generation, such as hosting a solar project on your land.

The event offers farmers the opportunity to learn:

  • What options are available, from rooftop solar panels to hosting a large-scale solar site
  • How to mitigate revenue risk
  • How to export excess energy to increase income generation

Benefits of farm renewable energy projects include:

  • Bolstering your farm diversification options
  • Fostering stronger ties within the local community
  • Promoting biodiversity
  • Reducing reliance on traditional energy sources

Expert advice

Gain critical insights and guidance from those who built a diversification business

Case study tours

View the site/project on the day to see how it was diversified to create a new income stream

Networking opportunities

Meet like-minded farmers from across the UK farming industry to share experiences and ideas

Hear from speakers

Have your questions answered and discuss your ideas with professionals and peers

Agenda

09:30

Attendee registration desk opens

09:55

Welcome from Suzie Horne, business editor at Farmers Weekly

09:55 – 10:20

Benefits of on-site generation and hosting a solar project on your land – George Hall, Conrad Energy

10:20 – 10:45

Discussion on community engagement Victoria Fielding-Kirby, Energy Creative

10:45– 11:00

Quick coffee/comfort break

11:00 – 12:00

Site tour

12:00 – 13:00

Lunch

13:00 - 13:25

Construction of site, Ethical Power

13:25 – 13:50

Guide to tax implications for renewable developments

13:50 – 14:15

Guide to legal implications for renewable developments 

14:15 – 15:15

Site tour

Meet the host

Suzie Horne is Farmers Weekly’s Business Editor. She has a Yorkshire family farming background and an HND in agricultural marketing and business administration.

Suzie has an extensive background in agricultural journalism and is interested in all farm business and rural issues.

Speakers

Venue

Location and parking:

Larport Solar Farm,
Clay Hill Pit,
Prior's Froome,
Dormington,
Herefordshire,
HR1 4EP

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