Overview
Kelmarsh Wind Farm (Resubmission) is a 12.5 MW onshore wind facility in the United Kingdom, operated by Blue Energy. It contributes to the UK's renewable energy targets under the Contracts for Difference scheme.
Kelmarsh Wind Farm (Resubmission) is an onshore wind farm located in the United Kingdom, with a capacity of 12.5 MW. The facility is owned by Blue Energy and is currently operational, adding to the country's growing portfolio of renewable energy assets. The UK supports renewable energy through the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme, which provides stable revenue for low-carbon electricity generation. Onshore wind farms like Kelmarsh benefit from this regulatory framework, which has driven significant capacity additions across the country. The 12.5 MW scale places it in the small-to-medium range for UK onshore wind. The wind farm plays a role in reducing carbon emissions and supporting the UK's net-zero target by 2050. Its location in Northamptonshire contributes to local clean energy generation, though onshore wind projects often require careful planning to address visual and noise impacts on nearby communities.
Environmental context
Onshore wind farms in the UK, such as Kelmarsh, are typically sited in rural or upland areas with good wind resources. Environmental considerations include potential impacts on bird and bat populations, visual amenity, and noise for nearby residents. The UK planning system requires environmental impact assessments to mitigate these effects, balancing renewable energy goals with local ecological and community concerns.
Frequently asked questions
Kelmarsh Wind Farm (Resubmission) is located in the United Kingdom, near the village of Kelmarsh in Northamptonshire.
The wind farm has a capacity of 12.5 megawatts (MW), generated by multiple onshore wind turbines.
The facility is owned by Blue Energy, a renewable energy developer active in the UK market.
The UK supports onshore wind through the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme, which guarantees a fixed price for electricity, encouraging investment in renewable projects like Kelmarsh.
Onshore wind farms can affect local wildlife, particularly birds and bats, and may raise concerns about visual impact and noise. UK regulations require environmental assessments to minimize these effects.