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A LANDMARK PROJECT IN THE MORAY FIRTH The Moray east offshore windfarm is a game changer for the decarbonisation of the energy sector. The development, along with the hornsea Project 2 off the coast of east Anglia, will mark the first time renewable electricity has been generated at a price equivalent to conventional gas. Galbraith has been involved with the project since its inception and continues to work alongside the developer as the project moves towards construction. Site investigation work and final design details have now been completed and enabling works are currently taking place. Construction of the on-shore assets is due to begin soon. Richard higgins, in charge of the Galbraith Moray east team, says: “It is a very exciting project to be involved with and after nearly seven years of hard work, it is fantastic to see physical work taking place on the ground. The project has not been without its challenges, and we do have a long way to go, but a practical and pragmatic approach has been key to minimising the impact on all stakeholders.” Construction will begin in late 2018, with the first electricity due to be generated in the early 2020s.
Wind turbines for the hywind Scotland development near Peterhead were assembled in Norway and towed into position.
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The race is on for new offshore wind sites A review of Scotland’s seabed is set to create opportunities for more off-shore wind farms. Gareth Taylor reports.
