Overview
Ballymena is an operational onshore wind farm in the United Kingdom with a capacity of 4.6 MW, developed by White Young Green Planning. It contributes to the UK's renewable energy targets under the Contracts for Difference scheme.
Ballymena is an onshore wind farm located in the United Kingdom, with a capacity of 4.6 MW. The facility is owned by White Young Green Planning and is currently operational, generating electricity from wind power. As a small-scale wind farm, it plays a role in the UK's diverse renewable energy portfolio. The UK supports onshore wind through the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme, which provides stable revenue for low-carbon electricity generation. Onshore wind is a mature technology in the UK, with over 14 GW installed capacity nationwide. Ballymena's 4.6 MW capacity places it in the small-scale category, typical for community or single-turbine projects. The facility's environmental significance lies in its contribution to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity. Onshore wind farms like Ballymena also support local energy security and can provide economic benefits through land lease payments and local employment during construction and maintenance.
Environmental context
Onshore wind farms in the UK are subject to planning regulations that address visual impact, noise, and ecological effects, particularly on birds and bats. The UK's Renewable Energy Directive targets and net-zero goals drive the expansion of wind capacity, with onshore wind being a cost-effective renewable source. Ballymena's location in Northern Ireland benefits from consistent wind resources, supporting efficient generation.
Frequently asked questions
Ballymena is an onshore wind farm located in the United Kingdom, specifically in Northern Ireland near the town of Ballymena.
Ballymena has a capacity of 4.6 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale wind farm.
The Ballymena wind farm is owned by White Young Green Planning, a planning and development consultancy.
The UK supports onshore wind through the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme, which guarantees a fixed price for electricity generated, and through the Renewable Energy Directive targets.
Onshore wind farms in the UK must address visual impact, noise, and effects on wildlife, particularly birds and bats, through planning and environmental impact assessments.