Planning Conditions
Ensure full alignment with local authority planning consents. Sheep grazing provides a silent, zero-emission vegetation control method that satisfies restrictive noise and carbon conditions on operational solar sites.
Providing vegetation management and grass control to meet planning conditions for operational solar sites.
Request a Site AssessmentEnsure full alignment with local authority planning consents. Sheep grazing provides a silent, zero-emission vegetation control method that satisfies restrictive noise and carbon conditions on operational solar sites.
Technical delivery of Landscape and Ecological Management Plans. Helping to manage sward structure and species composition to meet ecological performance standards, as required by planning regulations.
Managing the grass on site through sheep grazing eliminates the risk of sparks and ignition associated with the mechanical machinery alternative, significantly reducing fire hazards to operational solar infrastructure.
Grazing reduces long-term O&M expenditure by replacing diesel-intensive mechanical mowing with a sustainable, carbon-efficient land management model.
The low-impact nature of sheep prevents soil compaction and rutting around pile foundations, maintaining site serviceability throughout wet UK winter periods.
Zero risk of stone-throw damage to PV modules or accidental cable strikes—standard operational risks inherent to rotary and flail mowing equipment.
Specialist vegetation management and ecological compliance for operational solar portfolios.
Prescribed grazing regimes to meet planning conditions and long-term site stewardship obligations.
View SpecificationsReducing fire risks and mechanical cable strike hazards through controlled vegetation control.
Risk AssessmentSupport for planning applications, discharging conditions, and land agent negotiations.
Liaison ServicesOptimising solar asset performance through precision livestock management, satellite biomass mapping, and virtual fencing technology.
We utilize high-resolution satellite imagery to deliver comprehensive site assessments and biomass mapping for solar developers. By monitoring vegetation density and sward health remotely, our team plans precise grazing rotations that ensure compliance with LEMP standards while eliminating the need for reactive mechanical cutting and resource-heavy manual inspections.
Our integrated remote sensing tools provide real-time tracking of sward dynamics across operational solar portfolios. By continuously monitoring grass height and vegetation health over time, we enable automated data streams that dictate precise grazing rotations. This technology-led approach significantly reduces the need for reactive mechanical cutting, ensuring site serviceability and compliance while maintaining an optimal environmental profile for grazing livestock.
We utilize advanced virtual fencing technology to direct grazing pressure with surgical precision. This allows for the dynamic protection of sensitive ecological zones, cable entries, and inverter stations without the need for traditional hardware. By managing sheep movement remotely, we ensure optimal forage utilization and target grass height reduction across the entire asset, while maintaining the highest safety standards for operational infrastructure.
Explore how satellite imagery, remote biomass monitoring, and virtual fencing can transform your O&M strategy. We provide the technical framework for solar developers and asset managers to achieve long-term ecological compliance and precision land stewardship across utility-scale portfolios.
Discuss Technology-Led SolutionsSolar modules work hardest when they’re clean. Dust, pollen, bird mess, algae and lichen can all reduce output over time — and if left too long, soiling can become harder to remove safely.
At Solar and Sheep, we provide utility-scale, ground-mounted solar farm cleaning across the UK using non-abrasive, chemical-free methods designed to protect your modules while improving generation.
Our approach is built around mechanical, soft-contact cleaning systems designed specifically for ground-mounted PV layouts. The cleaning head follows the contour of the modules to deliver a consistent finish across varying panel heights, angles and rows.
Clean panels typically:
Whether you manage a single site or a national portfolio, we can plan cleaning windows that fit your operational constraints.
We operate across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, so you can standardise cleaning across multiple assets without relying on patchwork subcontracting.
You’ll have a dedicated account lead who remains your point of contact from planning through to completion — with practical, real-time updates from site.
Five key reasons asset owners and operators choose our cleaning service.
First-aid trained crews, qualified supervision, and site-specific RAMS — with a strong focus on incident prevention and clear on-site controls.
High-output cleaning capability for large ground-mounted arrays — with planned workflow to complete efficiently.
Streamlined mobilisation and route planning to reduce downtime, unnecessary mileage, and wasted fuel.
We invest in specialist PV cleaning equipment and continually improve our process to suit modern layouts and evolving best practice.
Proven delivery across a wide range of site sizes and panel configurations — giving you confidence your asset is in capable hands.
No — our standard approach avoids harsh chemicals and abrasive materials, protecting module surfaces.
It depends on location and soiling pressure (dust, pollen, nearby agriculture, birds, road spray). Many sites benefit from periodic cleaning aligned to seasons.
We plan work to minimise disruption and coordinate access and sequencing with site requirements.
Yes — we can provide a consistent programme across multiple assets with one point of contact.
Site-specific RAMS provided for every job. All works delivered with safety and asset protection as the priority.
Specialist vegetation management and ecological stewardship for the UK solar industry. We provide the technical expertise required to manage land in accordance with planning consents and environmental objectives.
Our comprehensive livestock management includes year-round oversight, specialist veterinary support, and targeted rotational grazing strategies to ensure uniform sward reduction without risking damage to solar infrastructure. Animal welfare is at the forefront of everything we do.
With a robust strategic network across the UK, we offer comprehensive mobilization capabilities for multi-site portfolios. Our established logistics framework ensures the secure and timely transport of livestock and equipment, even to remote site locations, within a timeframe to suit site specific needs.
We deliver all necessary on-site requirements, including temporary stock fencing. Our site team is fully trained in solar-specific safety protocols, ensuring all agricultural operations are conducted in strict alignment with Health & Safety (H&S) standards and Asset Manager requirements.
We utilize satellite imagery and remote vegetation monitoring to provide precision data on sward height and ecological development. By integrating technologies like virtual fencing for barrier-free grazing control, we ensure systematic reporting that demonstrates full compliance with LEMPs for asset managers.
We provide utility-scale solar farm cleaning across the UK using non-abrasive, chemical-free methods. Our specialist equipment is designed for ground-mounted arrays, helping maximise generation, reduce soiling issues and protect module surfaces over the long term.
Using our Dal-Bo seeder and grass rolls, we can establish and improve grass swards around your assets with precision. This approach strengthens ground cover, supports habitat quality and reduces the need for repeated reseeding, while keeping sites tidy and accessible.
Partnering with site owners and asset managers to deliver the scale and precision required for modern, compliant, and carbon-efficient solar land management.
Inquire about bespoke sheep grazing management plans tailored to meet planning conditions and LEMP requirements across your asset portfolio.
We deliver compliant vegetation management solutions for UK operational solar sites, ensuring precision land stewardship that meets LEMP obligations.
Prospect Farm, Barnetby,
North Lincolnshire, United Kingdom
Anthony Turnbull 07970 830878
Ollie Cole 07833 328482
sheep@solarandsheep.co.uk
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