Projects

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Project timeline

The process for developing a Wind Farm consists of various stages to ensure that the proposed site is suitable to accommodate wind turbines and that potential impacts on the environment are fully understood and can be either avoided or mitigated. An essential aspect of this process is engaging with members of the local community and statutory consultees.

 

August 2010

 

Environmental scoping and consultation with statutory consultees

 

September 2010

 

Feasibility and initial scheme design

 

August - May 2011

 

Detailed environmental survey work

 

May 2011

 

Community consultation

 

June - August 2011

 

Refine proposals

 

September 2011

 

Panning application submitted

 

Spring 2012

 

Application determined

 

2013

 

Construction and commence operation