The Department of Environment has denied reports that 1,400 pine trees will be felled to make way for Cyprus’ largest solar park.
A statement issued on Wednesday said the figure was contained in a study submitted by the project developer, but no decision had been made on the application.
The department stressed that public consultation on the proposed project is open until August 24 and the environmental authority will examine the plan in line with established procedures.
It added that the submission and evaluation of the study does not guarantee approval and dismissed claims that the project would involve cutting down 1,400 pines as inaccurate.
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