Achrugan Wind Farm
May/June 2024
Project Overview
Achrugan Wind Farm is located 1.6km south west of Strathy and 27km south west of Thurso. The Proposed Development would comprise up to 14 turbines with maximum tip heights of 200m, a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) and ancillary infrastructure.
The Proposed Development is in early-stage development and will be subject to a full suite of environmental surveys which will inform the final design. The design will also be informed from feedback from the community and other key consultees such as the Highland Council, NatureScot and Historic Environment Scotland.
Why is this project necessary?
As we see the effects of a changing climate becoming ever more prevalent in our everyday lives, we must move away from the use of fossil fuels to renewable energy sources. Without this change we will see increasing frequency of extreme weather events such as flash floods, prolonged rainfall, drought and extreme heat. Climate change can now be directly linked to human activity, principally through greenhouse gas emissions. If consented, Achrugan Wind Farm would generate clean, green electricity equivalent to the needs of over 120,000 homes each year.
About Statkraft
It is important to us to maximise the positive impacts of our projects, to people and the environment. Over the last few years, we have worked closely with Melvich Community Council on plans for Ackron Wind Farm and how we can deliver real benefit for the local community. Our wind, solar and hydroelectric projects help to increase generation of green energy, contribute to Scottish and UK climate change targets and reduce our reliance on fossil fuels. We always look for opportunities to benefit local wildlife with a range of habitat enhancement measures. We look forward to discussing all of this with you as we continue to shape Achrugan Wind Farm.
Project website: www.achrugan-windfarm.co.uk
WIND FARM
ACHRUGAN
Strathy Forest (North)
(1) Based on 100MW x £5,000 per MW installed capacity. If consented, value of fund determined by actual installed capacity. (2) Based on 100.8MW installed wind capacity, estimated site wind speed and Scottish domestic consumption of 3078 kWh pa (DESNZ 2024) ACHRUGAN
Up to 14 Up to 200m Up to 50 Years Approx. 100MW No. of Turbines Max Blade Tip Heights Expected Installed Wind Capacity (MW) Operational Life Homes Powered Over 120,000 Homes per year (2) Community Fund (per year) Up to £500,000 per year (1)
Achrugan Wind Farm
Indicative Layout
PROJECT TIMELINE
May 2024
Submit scoping
Community Opportunity
Public consultation to discuss initial layout
October 2024
Public consultation to share revised layout
February 2025
Submit Application to Scottish Government (section 36)
August 2026
Expected decision
June 2027 – June 2029
Expected Construction, if consented
Based on a 14 turbine scheme, the project would deliver a community benefit fund of £500,000 per year for the lifetime of the development. We will also be offering the opportunity for shared ownership uptake as well as a feasibility study for the area to enhance broadband connectivity for the area.
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Contact us: Website: www.achrugan-windfarm.co.uk
Indicative timescale, subject to change
