Overview
Forss Extension is an onshore wind farm in the United Kingdom, operated by Renewable Energy Systems Ltd with a capacity of 5.2 MW, contributing to the country's renewable energy targets.
Forss Extension is an operational onshore wind farm located in the United Kingdom, developed and owned by Renewable Energy Systems Ltd. With a capacity of 5.2 MW, it represents a small-scale wind energy facility within the UK's diverse renewable energy portfolio. The facility operates under the UK's regulatory framework, which includes the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme and the Renewables Obligation (RO), supporting the deployment of onshore wind. The UK has a target of net-zero emissions by 2050, with onshore wind playing a key role in the energy transition. Forss Extension contributes to local renewable energy generation, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and supporting grid decarbonization. Its location in Scotland benefits from strong wind resources, typical for the region's wind energy projects.
Environmental context
Onshore wind farms like Forss Extension can have visual impacts on the landscape and may affect bird and bat populations through collision risks. However, proper siting and mitigation measures help minimize these effects. The facility's small scale reduces its overall environmental footprint, and wind energy provides significant carbon emission reductions compared to fossil fuel generation.
Frequently asked questions
Forss Extension is an onshore wind farm located in the United Kingdom, specifically in Scotland near the Forss area, with coordinates 58.5927 N, -3.5259 W.
Forss Extension has a capacity of 5.2 MW, making it a small-scale wind farm.
Forss Extension is owned and operated by Renewable Energy Systems Ltd, a company specializing in renewable energy development.
The UK supports onshore wind through the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme and the Renewables Obligation (RO), which provide financial incentives for renewable electricity generation.
Forss Extension contributes to the UK's goal of net-zero emissions by 2050 by generating clean electricity from wind, reducing reliance on fossil fuels.