Aura Power secures planning approval for 25MW Furzen Leaze solar farm in the UK
Type: Development · Technology: Solar · Country: United Kingdom · Capacity: 25 MW · Announced: 2026-05-20
Aura Power secured unanimous planning approval from Cotswold District Council for its 25MW Furzen Leaze Solar Farm in the UK, marking a key milestone in the project's development. Once operational, the solar farm will generate enough clean electricity to power over 13,000 homes annually, significantly contributing to the UK's energy sovereignty and reducing reliance on imported fossil fuels. The project aligns with Aura Power's expanding pipeline, which now includes more than 600MWp of consented projects moving into construction. Simon Coulson, Director and Co-Founder of Aura Power, highlighted the project's role in delivering clean, secure, and affordable power while enhancing biodiversity and benefiting local communities. The approval underscores the viability of well-designed renewable energy developments in strengthening energy security and lowering consumer energy bills.
Counterparties
- Aura Power (Developer)
- Cotswold District Council (Regulator)