The following position statement emphasises the importance of proactive engagement between the solar energy sector and archaeology stakeholders to ensure sustainable development practices.
Key points
- The document highlights the need for expert assessment of impacts on the historic environment when developing solar farms.
- It explains that solar PV developments require a different approach to assessment due to minimal impacts on buried archaeological remains compared to other types of developments.
- The position statement aims to promote proportionate assessment for solar development and improve sustainability credentials through collaboration between the solar energy sector and archaeology stakeholders.
