Purpose

Solar energy forms an important component of renewable energy. This Knowledge Builder considers the planning implications of solar energy applications, including passive solar design, active solar (also known as photovoltaics (PV)) and solar thermal (solar water heating).

Benefits

The encouragement of the use of solar energy, as part of a broad strategy for renewable energy, is an integral part of broader principles of sustainable development to which the Government is committed, in the context of broad spatial planning policy.

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Audience

Urban and regional planners and all those wishing to build and assess their knowledge of the topic.

Learning method

A topical Knowledge Builder on an issue which is rising to the top of the political and economic agenda. Additionally a comprehensive range of further reading and web site links are provided for those who wish to become expert in the subject. Includes voluntary self assessment for recording continuous professional development (CPD).

Time to Complete

2 hours

Length

17 pages

Participants

1

Price

£10 Pounds Sterling
(inc. VAT)