Overview
Corkey Wind Farm Extension (Resubmission) is an operational onshore wind farm in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom, with a capacity of 2.5 MW. It is owned by Northern Ireland Renewables.
Corkey Wind Farm Extension (Resubmission) is an operational onshore wind farm located in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom. With a capacity of 2.5 MW, it represents a small-scale addition to the region's renewable energy portfolio. The facility is owned by Northern Ireland Renewables, contributing to the local generation of clean electricity. The wind farm operates under the UK's regulatory framework, which includes the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme supporting renewable energy deployment. Onshore wind is a mature technology in the UK, and this extension adds to the existing Corkey Wind Farm capacity. The site's location in Northern Ireland benefits from consistent wind resources typical of the region. Environmentally, the facility contributes to reducing carbon emissions and supports the UK's target of net-zero emissions by 2050. As a small wind farm, its visual and land-use impact is localized. The extension helps diversify the local energy mix and provides clean energy to the grid, aligning with Northern Ireland's renewable energy goals.
Environmental context
The Corkey Wind Farm Extension is situated in a rural area of Northern Ireland, where onshore wind development is common. Wind farms in this region can have visual impacts on the landscape and may affect local bird and bat populations. However, small-scale extensions like this typically have limited environmental footprint. The site's wind resource is favorable for renewable energy generation, supporting the UK's transition to low-carbon electricity.
Frequently asked questions
Corkey Wind Farm Extension is located in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom, near the existing Corkey Wind Farm.
The wind farm has a capacity of 2.5 MW, making it a small-scale onshore wind installation.
The facility is owned by Northern Ireland Renewables, a company focused on renewable energy development in the region.
The UK supports onshore wind through the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme, which provides stable revenue for low-carbon electricity generation. Northern Ireland also has renewable energy targets aligned with UK climate goals.
Onshore wind farms in the UK must address visual impact, noise, and effects on wildlife such as birds and bats. Planning permissions require environmental impact assessments to mitigate these issues.