The Proposal

BSR’s proposal for Land at Frog Lane would deliver the following:

  • A battery storage site which will store 115MW of energy, which will ensure that when energy generated is surplus to grid requirements, this energy is not wasted and will be available for future use, when needs may exceed power generation.
  • At least a minimum 60% increase in Biodiversity Net Gain, which not only meets, but far exceeds the 10% target outlined in the Environment Act 2021.
  • BSR will ensure that habitats on site are retained and managed. If there are instances where this is not possible, suitable mitigation will be taken to ensure that there is no detrimental impact.
  • BSR will also ensure that improvements are made to the condition of existing habitats, as well as facilitating the creation of new habitation which will enhance biodiversity on site. This could include:
  • Planting of hedgerow and trees along the northern boundary to block views of the facility from the north.
  • Planting of night-scented flowers that will help attract night-flying insects.
  • Retention of existing vegetation to screen views from the Public Right of Way (PRoW) through the site.
  • Creation of species rich grassland and wildflower grassland to increase biodiversity value of the site.
  • Provision of insect hotels, bat boxes and log piles to provide a variety of habitat across the site for a number of species.
  • An affordable and efficient form of green energy which is an important part of ensuring the energy independence of the United Kingdom and working towards fulfilling the Government’s net zero targets by 2050.

BSR selects sites for battery storage development based on where there is a viable grid connection nearby. BSR would always seek to select land of a low agricultural grade near to these connections, where these are available. The Land at Frog Lane is currently agricultural land, but 66.7% is Grade 3b which is not considered to be agricultural land which is Best and Most Versatile, the remaining amount is subgrade 3a, therefore the proposed development will not lead to the permanent loss of the Best and Most Versatile agricultural land.

The above site layout plan indicates the proposed location for the battery storage site, underground cable connection route, and substation location.

The development of battery storage in this location will allow the local farmer the opportunity for a guaranteed, stable income, compared to farming the land, supporting the farm’s wider activities. The proposed battery storage facility would have an operational lifespan of 35 years, after which the development would be decommissioned, and the land would be returned to agricultural use.