Overview
Glenconway 2 (formerly Altahullion Phase III) is an operational onshore wind farm in the United Kingdom, owned by Scottish and Southern Energy (SSE) with a capacity of 27.6 MW.
Glenconway 2, previously known as Altahullion Phase III, is an onshore wind farm located in the United Kingdom. The facility is owned by Scottish and Southern Energy (SSE), a major utility company, and has an installed capacity of 27.6 megawatts, placing it in the small-to-medium scale for UK wind farms. 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, benefiting from strong wind resources and grid integration infrastructure. The facility uses modern wind turbines to convert wind energy into electricity. As part of SSE's renewable portfolio, Glenconway 2 contributes to the UK's renewable energy targets and grid decarbonization. The electricity generated powers thousands of homes and reduces reliance on fossil fuels. The site also supports local employment and community benefit schemes typical of UK wind farms.
Environmental context
Onshore wind farms like Glenconway 2 can have visual impacts on the landscape and may affect bird and bat populations through collisions. However, modern siting practices and environmental assessments help mitigate these effects. The facility operates in a region with good wind resources, supporting efficient energy generation with low carbon emissions.
Frequently asked questions
Glenconway 2 is located in the United Kingdom, with coordinates approximately 54.9705° N, -7.0348° W.
Glenconway 2 has an installed capacity of 27.6 megawatts (MW), making it a small-to-medium scale onshore wind farm.
The wind farm is owned by Scottish and Southern Energy (SSE), a leading 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 generation. The UK also has a target to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.
Glenconway 2 generates clean electricity, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and supporting the UK's transition to a low-carbon energy system.