Regarding the large-scale solar power generation plan being promoted in Ogawa Town, Saitama Prefecture, Minister of the Environment Yamaguchi summarized the opinions based on the procedure of "environmental assessment", and it is thought that the introduction of a large amount of earth and sand will cause a burden on the environment. I asked for a drastic review.
In Ogawa Town, a solar power generation company is planning to install a mega solar with a power generation capacity of nearly 40,000 kilowatts on a site of about 860,000 square meters.
The business operator is proceeding with the procedure of "environmental assessment" to evaluate the impact on the environment, and Minister of the Environment Yamaguchi summarized the opinions based on this procedure on the 25th.
According to this, there are concerns from local residents about carrying in a large amount of earth and sand from the outside and filling it, "There is no explanation of the necessity as a power generation business, and it is thought that there will be a burden on the environment. It is necessary to drastically review the contents of the plan. "
At a press conference after the Cabinet meeting, Minister Yamaguchi said, "Unfortunately, there are strong concerns about the environmental impact of some renewable energy projects, and there is insufficient explanation to the region, so there is a situation where it is seen as a nuisance facility. We will continue to take a strict stance on businesses that are not environmentally friendly. "
This opinion has been submitted to the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry, who has the authority to approve the plan, and recommendations will be made based on the opinion in the future.
The business operator says that he cannot comment at all on NHK's interview.