The Proposed Development is to be located within the townlands of Kildermody, Kilmoyenoge East, Kilmoyemoge West and Lahardan, Co. Waterford.
Kildermody Solar Farm
Kildermody Solar Farm covers approximately 64 ha and will have an export capacity of approximately 50 MW.
Site Location
Proposed Development
The Proposed Development consists of a 10-year planning permission for the construction of a solar PV farm, including all the associated ancillary development, and for a 40-year operational period. This development includes:
- Solar PV panels laid out in arrays across the Site on ground-mounted frames and ballast mounts;
- Transformer Inverter Unit / Stations;
- Electrical and communications cabling within private lands and within the L4026 and L40262;
- Pole-mounted security cameras;
- Perimeter security fencing (2m high) and security gates;
- Upgrade of 1 No. existing entrance along the L4026;
- 1 No. temporary construction compound;
- Internal access tracks; and
- All associated ancillary site development, drainage, landscaping and reinstatement works.
The Proposed Development will increase renewable electrical capacity, which will, in turn, reduce the utilisation of fossil fuels within the national power grid. Given the Irish Government’s commitment to decarbonising the electricity network in Ireland, this development represents a positive step towards that goal. The Proposed Development will also contribute to meeting the national greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets and have a positive effect on climate change.
Comprehensive assessments have been undertaken including EIA Screening Report, Natura Impact Statement (‘NIS’), Preliminary Construction Environmental Management Plan (‘pCEMP’) and Environmental and Engineering reports. Comprehensive noise and glint and glare assessments have also been undertaken.
Planning Submissions
We aim to submit a planning application to Waterford County Council in September 2026.
Substation
The future 110kV on-site substation will form a separate planning application via the SID planning process with An Coimisiún Pleanála (ACP). It is proposed to be located at the consented Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) site, planning reference 24/60163.
Site Layout
Community Benefit Fund
If the solar farm is granted planning permission, Regnum is committed to setting up a community benefit package to support local clubs and projects that will benefit the residents living closest to the project. We will collaborate closely with the community to customise this financial support package, placing local individuals at the forefront of decision-making regarding its implementation and impact.
Communications
As the project progresses, any updates or milestones that are achieved will be documented here. If you have any feedback, comments or queries in relation to the project, please do not hesitate to contact us through our dedicated Community Liaison Officer for the project:
Daragh Browne