Solar and wind power aren’t just about sustainability, they’re about profitability, resilience, and making the most of what your farm has to offer. Whether you’re looking to generate additional income, power your own operations, or contribute to the grid, understanding your land’s energy potential could be a game-changer.

Is Your Land Working Hard Enough for You? 

Many farms across the UK are already benefitting from renewable energy projects, but there’s still massive untapped potential. The question is, how can you make it work for your farm? 

1. Solar Power: A Reliable Income Stream 

Solar energy is one of the easiest ways to diversify your farm’s income. With decreasing costs of solar panels and improved efficiency, installing solar farms or rooftop panels can help: 

• Provide a consistent revenue stream through grid connections or power purchase agreements 

• Reduce your farm’s reliance on fossil fuels and cut energy costs 

• Future-proof your business by taking advantage of available incentives and grants 

2. Wind Energy: Harnessing Natural Resources 

If your farm has the right wind conditions, wind turbines can offer another way to generate reliable, long-term income. With advances in turbine technology and improved grid connections, wind energy can: 

• Produce significant electricity output, even on smaller-scale installations 

• Help farms achieve energy independence and reduce carbon footprints 

• Provide financial security with long-term agreements and government incentives 

3. Grid Connection: The Key to Unlocking Profitability 

Generating renewable energy is just one part of the equation, the real challenge is ensuring a strong grid connection to sell excess power back to the network. That’s where expert assessment and planning become crucial. 

At the Low Carbon Agriculture Show 2025, you’ll have the chance to connect with industry specialists who can guide you through the process of securing grid access and maximising your farm’s energy potential.

Win a Free Energy Site Screening for Your Farm with Bidwells  

To help farmers take the first step towards renewable energy, we have partnered with Bidwells, a B-Corp real estate adviser, offering an exclusive opportunity. If you register and attend the Low Carbon Agriculture Show 2025, you’ll be entered into a competition to win a desk-based site screening assessment for a landholding of your choice.

This assessment will: 

• Identify the solar and wind potential of your farm  

• Evaluate gid connection possibilities  

• Provide insights into the feasibilities of energy development on your land  

Don’t Miss This Opportunity – Join Us at LCA 2025 

If you’re serious about making your farm more profitable and sustainable, now is the time to explore the possibilities. Join us at the Low Carbon Agriculture Show on 5-6 March 2025, at the NAEC, Stoneleigh, where you’ll gain expert insights, meet industry leaders, and take real steps towards unlocking your land’s potential. 

Register today for your free ticket and your chance to win a site screening assessment. The future of farming is changing, make sure you’re ahead of the curve. 

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