Not One Positive Comment from Local Residents – Doncaster Says NO to Thorpe Marsh BESS

Public Sentiment

A review of dozens of community responses shows unanimous opposition. Residents see the project as a vanity exercise for Net Zero ideology, one that threatens their safety, green space, and wallets – without delivering reliable energy.

Key Concerns Raised by Residents

1. Waste of Money / Net Zero Con

> “What a complete waste of money.”

“Another waste of money for the Net Zero con.”



Locals see this as a costly distraction. Instead of lowering bills or providing security, they believe it funnels taxpayer cash into an ideological project.

2. Environmental Destruction

> “Green fields not battery fields – disastrous for wildlife and planet.”

“Stop all subsidies – this is supposed to be free, clean, green energy.”



Turning farmland and natural space into an industrial-scale battery dump flies in the face of promises to protect nature. People reject the false branding of this scheme as “green.”

4. Better Alternatives Ignored

> “Best energy storage is water – reservoirs have worked for 100 years.”

“Be better as a coal power station.”

“Invest in reliable alternatives instead of short-life batteries.”



Communities point to tried-and-tested technologies – hydro storage, nuclear, even keeping existing assets in use – as more sensible paths.

5. Distrust in Politicians

> “Obviously one of eco loon Milliband’s ideas.”

“Another bright idea from Westminster.”



The scheme feels imposed from above, with little consultation. People in Doncaster resent being treated as guinea pigs for an unsafe experiment.
Campaign Lines to Use

“No local support – Doncaster says NO to Thorpe Marsh BESS.”

“Why destroy green fields for dangerous batteries that could flood or catch fire?”

“Residents want energy that works – not a Net Zero vanity project.”

“There are safer, smarter alternatives – invest in SMRs, rooftop solar, and hydro, not giant lithium fire risks.”

Call to Action

It’s time to put safety and common sense first. We demand Doncaster Council and local MPs:

Halt and review the Thorpe Marsh BESS project.

Assess fire, flood, and toxic release risks properly.

Expose the true cost to taxpayers and hidden subsidies.

Back safer, smarter alternatives – SMRs, rooftop solar, hydro – not risky lithium mega-batteries.


This isn’t just about one site. It’s about whether local communities get a say in the future of their countryside and energy security. Right now, Doncaster says NO.