Overview
Barmoor is a 12 MW onshore wind farm in the United Kingdom, operated by EDF. It generates renewable electricity from wind power.
Barmoor is an operational onshore wind farm located in the United Kingdom, developed and owned by EDF. With a capacity of 12 MW, it is a medium-scale wind energy facility contributing to the country's renewable energy portfolio. The facility operates under the UK's regulatory framework, which includes the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme supporting low-carbon electricity generation. Onshore wind farms like Barmoor benefit from the UK's wind-rich climate, particularly in northern regions, and play a role in meeting national renewable energy targets. Barmoor's electricity is fed into the national grid, helping to reduce reliance on fossil fuels. The site's environmental considerations include land-use impacts and potential effects on local bird and bat populations, typical for onshore wind developments. The facility supports the UK's transition to a low-carbon energy system.
Environmental context
Onshore wind farms like Barmoor are typically sited in rural or upland areas with strong wind resources. Environmental considerations include visual impact on landscapes, noise for nearby residents, and potential collision risks for birds and bats. Proper siting and mitigation measures help minimize these effects, while the clean electricity generated displaces greenhouse gas emissions from fossil fuel plants.
Frequently asked questions
Barmoor wind farm is located in the United Kingdom, at coordinates 55.6373° N, -2.0251° W.
Barmoor wind farm has a capacity of 12 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale onshore wind facility.
Barmoor wind farm is owned and operated by EDF, a major energy company in the UK.
Onshore wind in the UK is supported by the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme, which provides stable revenue for low-carbon electricity, and by national renewable energy targets.
Onshore wind farms can have visual impacts on landscapes, noise for nearby residents, and risks to birds and bats from turbine collisions. Mitigation measures include careful siting and monitoring.