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Local opposition has emerged against a EUR 450 million solar park project in Suhindol, Bulgaria, proposed by Wabi-Sabi Alpha, which aims to establish a 500 MW facility with 1 GWh battery storage. Critics argue that the project would occupy 11% of arable land and 40% of pastures.

A court has suspended preliminary work after environmentalist complaints. The project, which would be the largest photovoltaic facility in Bulgaria, received initial approval from the Regional Inspectorate of Environment and Water. The company has committed to environmental measures and community support, including compensation for affected farmers.