New Moray Firth wind farms to power two million homes
Two offshore wind farms will be developed in the Moray Firth with capacity to generate enough electricity to power two million households. The North and South Caledonia offshore windfarms, which will cover an area of 429km2 with up to 140 wind turbines, have been granted consents and marine licences by the Scottish Government.
Developer Ocean Winds has committed to spend £1.7 billion in Scotland across the two projects. The wind farms will support jobs across engineering, manufacturing, ports and vessels, as well as creating long-term operations and maintenance roles.
First Minister John Swinney said: “We have given the Caledonia North and South offshore wind farm applications very careful consideration.
“This consent decision is a significant step in Scotland’s progress towards tackling climate change and reaching net zero, which is a key priority for the Scottish Government.
“It is also an important decision for Scotland’s renewables sector. This investment will be built upon further through the delivery of Scotland’s significant future pipeline of offshore wind projects.
“We will continue to work closely with the developer and key stakeholders, including those working in fishing and conservation to minimise impacts on the marine environment and other marine users, balancing the needs of people and nature.”
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Two offshore wind farms will be developed in the Moray Firth with capacity to generate enough electricity to power two million households. The North and South Caledonia offshore windfarms, which will cover an area of 429km2 with up to 140 wind turbines, have been granted consents and marine licences by the Scottish Government.
Developer Ocean Winds has committed to spend £1.7 billion in Scotland across the two projects. The wind farms will support jobs across engineering, manufacturing, ports and vessels, as well as creating long-term operations and maintenance roles.
First Minister John Swinney said: “We have given the Caledonia North and South offshore wind farm applications very careful consideration.
“This consent decision is a significant step in Scotland’s progress towards tackling climate change and reaching net zero, which is a key priority for the Scottish Government.
“It is also an important decision for Scotland’s renewables sector. This investment will be built upon further through the delivery of Scotland’s significant future pipeline of offshore wind projects.
“We will continue to work closely with the developer and key stakeholders, including those working in fishing and conservation to minimise impacts on the marine environment and other marine users, balancing the needs of people and nature.”
Read the full story at Daily Business here.