Overview
Arecleoch is a 120 MW onshore wind farm in Scotland, operated by Scottish Power Renewables. It contributes to the UK's renewable energy capacity and supports national net-zero targets.
Arecleoch is an operational onshore wind farm located in Scotland, United Kingdom, developed and operated by Scottish Power Renewables. With a capacity of 120 megawatts, it is a medium-to-large-scale facility within the UK's wind energy sector, which is one of the largest in Europe. The wind farm utilizes modern wind turbine technology to convert wind energy into electricity. The UK's renewable energy framework, including the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme and the Renewable Obligation, supports such projects. Arecleoch benefits from Scotland's strong wind resources, making it a significant contributor to the region's renewable energy generation. Environmentally, the wind farm helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based power. It also plays a role in the UK's goal to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. The facility's grid connection supports local energy needs and contributes to the stability of the national grid.
Environmental context
The wind farm is situated in a rural area of Scotland, where wind resources are abundant. Onshore wind farms like Arecleoch can have visual impacts on the landscape and may affect local bird and bat populations. However, proper siting and mitigation measures are typically employed to minimize ecological disruption. The facility supports the UK's transition to low-carbon energy.
Frequently asked questions
Arecleoch wind farm is located in Scotland, United Kingdom, at coordinates 55.0688 N, -4.7971 W.
Arecleoch wind farm has a capacity of 120 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-to-large-scale onshore wind installation.
Arecleoch wind farm is operated by Scottish Power Renewables, a leading renewable energy company in the UK.
The UK supports onshore wind through the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme, which provides stable revenue for low-carbon electricity, and the Renewable Obligation, which requires suppliers to source a portion of their electricity from renewables.
Arecleoch contributes to the UK's target of net-zero emissions by 2050 by generating clean electricity, reducing reliance on fossil fuels, and supporting the growth of renewable energy capacity.