The Stoneshill park represents a pioneering project in renewables and also a cultural, environmental, and educational commitment to the area.

Gamma Solutions has finalized its 5-megawatt (MW) Stoneshill solar park, spanning approximately 12 hectares of land in Cullompton, which was previously used for strawberry cultivation, transforming it into 18 hectares hosting 18,889 solar panels. It has become a local reference for investment alternatives and renewable energy generation, as well as an international benchmark in terms of difficulty and execution expertise.

Through its subsidiary in the United Kingdom, Gamma Energy, the business group has successfully completed a solar project that sets a record execution time (1 month) and the implementation of the monitoring system, with testing conducted within 48-72 hours. It is not only important due to its execution time but also because of its unique characteristics, which are related to the policies that drive companies to act in certain sectors.

“What sets this project apart is that during preliminary work, archaeological remains from the Bronze Age or Neolithic period were found, and the entire project was carried out with the goal of not damaging this piece of history. In addition, a Biodiversity Plan was implemented, which included the construction of shelters and houses for the local wildlife (bats, birds, insects, amphibians, and reptiles), and hedge planting was done to preserve the landscape and flora, ensuring that the solar installations respected the identity of Devon as much as possible,” explains Patricia Carbajo, our Project Manager at Gamma Solutions.

The project’s outcome not only concerns the ecosystem but also includes the creation of accessible trails where Gamma installed signs about the facilities and biodiversity of the area, providing the community with information and engaging the local educational community for various activities and purposes. Stoneshill will generate 5,248 MWh per year, which is enough energy to power 1,160 homes and avoid the production of 1,750 tons of CO2 annually.