Overview
Hunterston Test Centre is a 13 MW onshore wind farm in the United Kingdom, operated by Scottish Enterprise/SSE. It contributes to the country's renewable energy capacity.
Hunterston Test Centre is an operational onshore wind farm located in the United Kingdom, with a capacity of 13 megawatts. The facility is owned by Scottish Enterprise/SSE and plays a role in the nation's renewable energy portfolio. The wind farm operates under the UK's regulatory framework, which includes the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme supporting low-carbon electricity generation. Onshore wind is a mature technology in the UK, with installations ranging from small community projects to large utility-scale farms. As part of the UK's transition to net-zero emissions, Hunterston Test Centre contributes to grid decarbonization and energy security. Its location in Scotland benefits from strong wind resources, typical for the region's renewable energy profile.
Environmental context
Onshore wind farms like Hunterston Test Centre can have visual impacts on the landscape and may affect local bird and bat populations. However, they produce no direct emissions during operation, supporting climate goals. The UK's stringent environmental assessments help mitigate these impacts.
Frequently asked questions
Hunterston Test Centre is located in the United Kingdom, specifically in Scotland near the coast, with coordinates 55.736° N, -4.888° W.
Hunterston Test Centre has a capacity of 13 megawatts (MW), making it a small to medium-scale onshore wind farm.
Hunterston Test Centre is owned by Scottish Enterprise/SSE, 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 the UK's net-zero emissions target.
Onshore wind farms generate electricity without direct emissions, helping the UK meet its renewable energy targets under the Climate Change Act and international agreements.