Ådum Solar Park
Ådum Solar Park is located in central Jutland. Construction of the renewable energy park was enabled by a collaboration between nine companies wanting to offtake green energy. They came together to add new green power to the electricity grid through Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) for this specific park.
Solar park facts
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50
GWh
average annual output
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50
MWp
capacity
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56
hectares
total project area
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32,000
Danes
equal to electricity consumption
Generating green energy and enhancing local nature
Ådum Solar Park located in western Denmark contributes with more than green energy. The park features nature and recreational initiatives for the local residents and wildlife to enjoy.
Companies from the financial sector join forces in making this park a reality
The impact of collective business action
The solar park was made possible through the collaboration of nine financial companies, who joined forces to purchase green power from Better Energy beginning in January 2023.
This collective effort not only enabled the development of the park but also underscored the growing commitment of businesses to support sustainable energy solutions and contribute to the green transition. By pooling their resources, these partners have played a key role in bringing the project to life, helping to expand the use of renewable energy in the region.
Read the press release about the production of renewable energy from Ådum Solar Park (in Danish)
Community and nature initiatives
| Wetlands |
New wetlands will be established to restore the areas natural state and improve conditions for amphibians and birds. |
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| Bird boxes |
More than 30 bird boxes have been placed in the area for the local bird species tit/white mouse, starling, owl/falcon and bats. |
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| Deadwood |
Deadwood will be preserved to provide a habitat for local insects. |
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| Flower meadow |
Establishment of a flower meadow with a special seed mix, which will become a pantry of food for insects. The flower meadow will be accessible for the public to enjoy. |
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| Grazing sheep |
The sheep make sure that grasses and herbs do not grow up and shade the panels. The animals get shelter from the solar panels and fresh grass, while the farmers take advantage of the open spaces. |
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| Natural hedgerows |
Establishing planting belts around the solar areas of the park, creating visual shielding using native trees and shrubs. |
Bird boxes
In order to support and improve the conditions for birds and bats in the area, we have placed more than 30 bird boxes in various places to help the bird species white mouse, starling, owl, falcon and bats.
Grazing sheep
Sheep can graze within the fenced area. Farmers benefits from their sheep getting access to fresh grass and the sheep benefit from shelter under the panels.
Flower meadow
A flower meadow is part of the project’s recreational initiatives. The meadow will feature a specially selected flower mix designed to attract and support local pollinators. The area will be accessible for the public to enjoy.
