The Project
Creag Dhubh Wind Farm was approved at appeal on 7th November 2022.
Photomontage of development from Beinn Bheula
Project Description
Creag Dhubh consists of up to 9 wind turbines with an overall generating capacity of up to 36MW. The wind turbines will each have a generating capacity of up to 4MW and a maximum tip height of up to 145m.
The development will generate sufficient electricity to meet the average annual electricity demands of up to approximately 24,730 households*.
Through undertaking a thorough Environmental Impact Assessment, areas of sensitive ecological habitats, deep peatland, watercourses and other environmentally sensitive areas have been avoided.
Pre-Application Consultation and an iterative design process informed the design of the wind farm.
*Figure based on the mean domestic electricity consumption in Scotland (3,443kWh) in 2018 published in December 2019 by the Department for Energy and Climate Change in the report ‘Sub-national electricity consumption statistics’ and the average UK capacity factor of 27%.
Community Benefits
Creag Dhubh Renewables LLP would like to provide a community benefit model where specific localised needs are targeted. We would like to ensure that the community plays a significant role in the distribution of any funds. Suggestions on the most suitable structure for a community benefit fund are welcomed, as well as the preferred uses for the fund.
For further information, please visit the Community Benefit page or contact Joy at Muirden Energy to discuss your project.
Wind Energy in Scotland
In 2011 the Scottish Government revised its 2020 Routemap for Renewable Energy in Scotland and established a target of generating 100% of the electricity demand equivalent from renewable energy.
Onshore wind turbines are the most technically and commercially established renewable energy generation technology available in Scotland. Onshore wind farms therefore are of vital importance if we are going to meet the targets that have been set by the Scottish Government.
Creag Dhubh Renewables LLP are keen to help provide a more sustainable energy supply for Scotland through the development of the proposed wind farm development.
The Creag Dhubh Wind Farm will provide a significant contribution to Scotland's overall renewable energy capacity and help to address the serious challenges posed by climate change.