Chociwel Solar Park
Chociwel Solar Park is located in the northwestern part of Poland. It is a great example on how collaborative efforts with nature experts can result in a solar park supporting wildlife in the local area.
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Solar park facts
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60
GWh
expected annual output
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30,222
Households
equal to electricity consumption
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57
hectares
total project area
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6,4
hectares
recreational areas
Restoration of nature on former farmland
Chociwel Solar Park is located in the northwestern part of Poland. Situated on disused farmland, the current landscape consists primarily of grassland and cultivated fields. We have collaborated with nature experts from Warsaw University of Life Sciences (SGGW) on how to restore the former farmland. Thus, the park aims to enhance natural habitats in the area.
Community and nature initiatives
| Recreational areas |
6,4 hectares dedicated to nature and recreational areas in the park. |
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| Shrubs |
Adding 6.000 shrubs and 500 vines to enhance the natural habitats. |
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| Wildlife passages |
Wildlife passages will ensure the mobility of local wildlife. |
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| Bird boxes |
In order to support and improve the conditions for birds in the area, we have placed bird boxes in various places on the property. |
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| Bat boxes |
Bat boxes have been places in the project area. |
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| Picnic table sets |
Recreational rest areas where you can enjoy food brought from home. |
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| Deadwood |
Deadwood will be preserved to provide a habitat for local insects. |
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| Microhabitats areas |
Aeas with piles of stones and mounds of sand will provide habitats for lizards and insects. |
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| Birds of pray |
4 wooden lookout posts for predatory birds have been placed in the park. |
Pioneering biodiversity and self-sustaining ecosystem
The biodiversity initiative in Chociwel Solar Park intentionally includes diverse micro habitats, various plant and animal species over time. The goal is to establish a self-sustaining, compact ecosystem that thrives independently within a relatively short timeframe of 2-3 years. Furthermore, the Chociwel Solar Park will serve as a sanctuary for local biodiversity and also offer educational and recreational opportunities for the surrounding communities and visitors.
Reintroducing flora and fauna
A key aspect in the development involves the use of native Polish plant species to restore former farmland and enhance the natural habitat. Extensive surveys and meticulous site analyses were conducted during the planning phase to ensure the successful implementation of the biodiversity project. Drawing on our nature know-how and the expertise of renowned Polish nature restoration scientists, we aim to create a diverse ecosystem that supports a variety of flora and fauna.
