British Indian Ocean Territory solar power project business plan

How is the British Indian Ocean territory governed?

The constitutional arrangements for BIOT are set out in the British Indian Ocean Territory (Constitution) Order 2004 and related instruments. The Territory is administered from London, by a Commissioner appointed by The Queen, who is assisted by a Deputy Commissioner and Administrator.

Will Island Green get a DCO for Cottam solar project?

The non-statutory consultation comes after Island Green revealed plans for the development early in September, just one week after energy secretary Ed Miliband granted the developer a DCO for the 600MW Cottam Solar Project.

Why did Island Green Power get planning consent for Cottam?

Bob Psaradellis, CEO of Island Green Power, said in a LinkedIn post: “We are delighted to receive planning consent for Cottam, which demonstrates our commitment to delivering clean, reliable, and sustainable energy by working in partnership with communities, local authorities, and key stakeholders.

Is there a native population in the British Indian Ocean territory?

There is no native population on the islands. BIOT is constitutionally distinct and separate from the UK, with its own laws and Administration. The constitutional arrangements for BIOT are set out in the British Indian Ocean Territory (Constitution) Order 2004 and related instruments.

How many islands are in the British Indian Ocean territory?

Map of the British Indian Ocean Territory since 1976. The territory is an archipelago of 58 islands covering 56 square kilometres (22 sq mi). The largest island is Diego Garcia, which at 32.5 square kilometres (12.5 sq mi) accounts for about half of the territory's total land area.

How many NSIP solar farms are in the pre-application stage?

A total of 24 other NSIP solar farms are in the pre-application stage, with three under examination and decisions on another two—Ecotricity’s Heckington Fen and Island Green Power’s West Burton project—expected in the coming weeks.