Qair UK secures consent for largest solar and battery project in Scotland
What happened
Qair UK, operating through Green Switch Capital, secured consent for the Rogerhill Solar and Battery Energy Storage System in South Lanarkshire. The project, which combines 98 MW of solar generation with a 100 MW battery storage system, was approved by Scottish Ministers on July 30, 2026. It is understood to be the largest solar farm to receive planning consent in Scotland to date.
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Why it matters
The project represents a significant addition to Scotland’s renewable energy infrastructure. Once operational, it is expected to generate enough renewable electricity to meet the equivalent annual needs of approximately 28,675 homes. The approval highlights the increasing role that solar and battery storage can play in creating a more flexible and low-carbon energy system.
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Who's involved
- South LanarkshireThe local government area where the Rogerhill solar farm project is located.
- Scottish GovernmentThe government agency that granted consent for the project through its Energy Consents Unit.
Who could feel it
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The entities involved
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South Lanarkshire
local government area of Scotland
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Scotland
country in north-west Europe, part of the United Kingdom