The company behind a major solar farm project near Roscrea have committed to contributing to the local community.
Roscrea Solar Farm Ltd was recently granted permission for a 140 acre development at Derrymore near the village of Knock.
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There has been some local opposition to the proposals with suggestions that it may be appealed to An Bord Pleanala.
However the company has confirmed that it will contribute €50,000 to the area.
Local Councillor Michael Smith describes it as a positive step.