department of environment, food and rural affairs

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Solar sector hits back at suggestion Jayawardena will redefine BMV land to limit solar development

October 10, 2022
The solar sector has hit back after reports emerged that environmental secretary Ranil Jayawardena is looking to redefine land categories to make the development of ground-mount assets harder.
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Eustice clarifies land use grades after criticism for 3B solar development comments

September 20, 2022
Former environmental secretary George Eustice has clarified that Best and Most Versatile (BMV) land does not include land graded 3B.

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