Downing Acquires 42.5 MW Higher Witheven Solar Project in Launceston, Cornwall
Downing has completed the acquisition of the Higher Witheven Solar project, a 42.5 MW ready-to-build solar PV development in Launceston, Cornwall, UK. Grid connection and project completion are expected in Q4 2027. The project features biodiversity enhancements and a landscape-led design, further expanding Downing's UK ready-to-build solar portfolio.
Transaction date: · Source: institutional.downing.co.uk
Key facts
- Transaction date
- Technology
- Solar PV
- Capacity
- 42.5 MW
- Transaction price
- Not disclosed
- Buyer
- Downing
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- Cornwall
- Location
- Launceston, Cornwall, England
- Continent
- Europe
- Development status
- Ready-to-Build
- PPA
- n.a.
Technology details
42.5 MW ground-mounted solar PV project. Grid connection and project completion expected in Q4 2027. Designed with biodiversity enhancements and a landscape-led approach.
Additional information
Higher Witheven is part of Downing's strategy to build and manage high-quality renewable energy assets delivering stable returns while supporting the UK's transition to a low-carbon energy system.
Source
Original announcement: https://institutional.downing.co.uk/insights/downing-acquires-42-mw-higher-witheven-solar-project