A popular road near in the UK county of Wiltshire may be soundproofed using solar panels which double-up as noise barriers. Swindon Borough Council leaders are creating a working group to explore the idea of installing the panels along the A419 dual carriageway near Swindon. The electricity generated is set to fund the scheme, possibly the first of its kind in Britain and targeted for completion within two years. Parts of the A419 already have standard noise barriers, with solar panels expected to cost €1.1
A popular road near in the UK county of Wiltshire may be soundproofed using solar panels which double-up as noise barriers.
Swindon Borough Council leaders are creating a working group to explore the idea of installing the panels along the A419 dual carriageway near Swindon.
The electricity generated is set to fund the scheme, possibly the first of its kind in Britain and targeted for completion within two years.
Parts of the A419 already have standard noise barriers, with solar panels expected to cost €1.14 million (£1 million) per 1.61 kilometres.
The scheme is said to be supported by transport ministers and the2309 Highways Agency.
The technology proposed for use on the A419 is already in use in Germany, Austria and Italy.
A progress report from the council’s working party is set to be heard by the Conservative-run authority next month.
Swindon Borough Council leaders are creating a working group to explore the idea of installing the panels along the A419 dual carriageway near Swindon.
The electricity generated is set to fund the scheme, possibly the first of its kind in Britain and targeted for completion within two years.
Parts of the A419 already have standard noise barriers, with solar panels expected to cost €1.14 million (£1 million) per 1.61 kilometres.
The scheme is said to be supported by transport ministers and the
The technology proposed for use on the A419 is already in use in Germany, Austria and Italy.
A progress report from the council’s working party is set to be heard by the Conservative-run authority next month.
