Previously pro-renewables communities are becoming increasingly hostile to large-scale solar and wind projects, particularly in regions like Lincolnshire where DCO approvals on prime farmland are fundamentally shifting public sentiment. This session examines how developers and policymakers can address rising opposition, rebuild trust, and design projects that secure community acceptance while maintaining delivery timelines.
- How large-scale DCO projects on prime farmland are transforming previously supportive communities into hostile opponents, creating political and social challenges for renewable deployment
- Practical engagement strategies that address legitimate community concerns about scale, land use, and landscape impact while protecting project viability and timelines
- Media influence and misinformation impact on acceptance
