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Avonmouth

Operational4.2 MWChecked 6 October 2026Last changed in the dataset 4 September 2018

Technology
Solar
Capacity
4.2 MW
Status
Operational
Operator or applicant
Bristol Energy Co-Op
Location
Avonmouth, Avon, United Kingdom
Planning authority
Bristol, City of
Planning application
16/01640/COND
First operating
2016

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  • 30 March 2016 Planning application submitted
  • 8 April 2016 Planning permission granted
  • 21 April 2016 Construction started
  • 28 June 2016 Operational

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