Cork based DP Energy is appealing to landowners across Ireland for sites on which large-scale solar power schemes could be installed.

The firm would like to build a clear picture of potentially available parcels of land of about 25 acres or more on which solar parks could be installed.

Managing director Simon De Pietro said: "Solar energy technology has become much more efficient in recent years and Ireland now stands to benefit hugely from the development of solar parks,” says Mr De Pietro. "The new technology means ease of installation and maintenance; also the costs of solar power are coming down making it an increasingly attractive alternative.

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"These parks would generate significant income for the land owners. The initial work including environmental impact studies, public consultation and all planning requirements would be undertaken by the firm and once the go-ahead was given for the installation, a commercial contract would be agreed between us and the land owner over a lease period."

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