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Campaigners Demand Blenheim Palace Boost Community Solar Fund

5/13/2025

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Campaigners are calling on Blenheim Palace to significantly increase its contribution to local communities from the Botley West Solar Farm's revenue, pushing for 2% instead of the current 0.2%. This ambitious project, designed to power 330,000 homes in Oxfordshire, could generate £840,000 in its first year, highlighting the importance of meaningful community support.

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Campaigners are calling on Blenheim Palace to significantly increase its contribution to local communities from the Botley West Solar Farm's revenue, pushing for 2% instead of the current 0.2%. This ambitious project, designed to power 330,000 homes in Oxfordshire, could generate £840,000 in its first year, highlighting the importance of meaningful community support.