Received 21 August 2025
Decided
Part-Granted
Request Reference FOI-0484-2025
Requester Type Client
Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage

RE: The Proposed Belville Solar Farm project and the records held by the National Parks & Wildlife Service. For clarity, this request refers to the proposed solar farm development by Power Capital Renewable Energy (PCRE), located near Belville, Monivea, Co. Galway, commonly referred to as the “Belville Solar Farm.” This includes any associated grid connection or infrastructure works linked to this development, and any records where the project is referred to under a different internal name or reference. This request also covers any proposed Phase 2 or Phase 3 expansions, whether publicly announced or not, and any Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) or fire safety-related assessments. Request for following records: - 1. Environmental and Biodiversity Records