Solar Energy

Burnaston Parish Council is monitoring proposals for solar energy development that may affect Burnaston and the surrounding area.

Castle Way Energy has submitted an Environmental Impact Assessment Scoping Report for a proposed large-scale solar energy development, battery storage and associated infrastructure to the west of Derby.

Part of the proposed infrastructure and potential connection routes may affect Burnaston Parish.

The project is currently at an early stage. The present consultation concerns the scope of the Environmental Impact Assessment and the matters that should be examined as the proposals develop. It is not a decision on whether the development should be approved.

Burnaston Parish Council has submitted a formal response setting out the issues it believes should be fully considered, including the potential effects on the local landscape, agricultural land, public rights of way, traffic, flooding, heritage and nearby residents.

The relevant documents are available below alongside the latest news on the proposal.

Aerial view of blue solar panel rows over green grass, forming a clean geometric pattern in bright sunlight.

Residents Invited to Meet Samantha Niblett MP About Castle Way Energy Proposals

Residents are invited to meet Samantha Niblett MP to discuss concerns about the proposed Castle Way Energy development affecting Burnaston and the surrounding area. Further information about the proposals and the Parish Council’s response is available on the Solar Energy page.

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Colleagues review sketches and notes at a desk with open laptops, pencils, and papers in a quiet office meeting.

Castle Way Energy: Phase 1 Engagement

Phase 1 Engagement runs from Tuesday 16 June to Tuesday 28 July 2026. Residents can view the proposals, share feedback and provide local knowledge to help inform the project.

Clerk

Below, you’ll find the most recent meeting agendas, minutes, and details on working groups.

If you find that you are having difficulty reading or accessing any of the resources in the formats they are currently in, you can order copies that are more accessible by emailing clerk@burnastonparish.gov.uk. Please make sure you state your preferred accessible format and which resource it is you would like to receive and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.

If you are unsure of your preferred accessible format, please add details of what you need to do with the document in your correspondence.