Overview
Kirkheaton is an operational onshore wind farm in the United Kingdom, with a capacity of 1.8 MW, owned by Border Wind Farms Ltd / AMEC.
Kirkheaton is an onshore wind farm located in the United Kingdom, with an installed capacity of 1.8 MW. The facility is owned by Border Wind Farms Ltd / AMEC and is currently operational, contributing to the country's renewable energy generation. The wind farm operates under the UK's regulatory framework, which includes the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme and the Renewables Obligation (RO). Onshore wind is a mature technology in the UK, with many projects repowering older turbines to increase efficiency. The 1.8 MW capacity places Kirkheaton in the small-scale category for UK onshore wind farms. As a small-scale wind farm, Kirkheaton provides local clean energy and supports the UK's transition to net-zero emissions. The facility's output is fed into the national grid, helping to reduce reliance on fossil fuels. Its location in the UK benefits from strong wind resources, typical for the region.
Environmental context
Onshore wind farms like Kirkheaton can have visual impacts on the landscape and may affect local bird and bat populations. However, proper siting and mitigation measures can minimize these effects. The UK's regulatory framework requires environmental impact assessments for wind projects, ensuring that ecological considerations are addressed.
Frequently asked questions
Kirkheaton wind farm is located in the United Kingdom, at coordinates 55.0865° N, -1.9890° W.
Kirkheaton wind farm has a capacity of 1.8 MW, making it a small-scale onshore wind facility.
Kirkheaton wind farm is owned by Border Wind Farms Ltd / AMEC.
Onshore wind in the UK is supported by the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme and the Renewables Obligation (RO), which provide financial incentives for renewable energy generation.
Onshore wind farms can impact landscapes and wildlife, particularly birds and bats. Environmental impact assessments are required to mitigate these effects, and modern turbines include measures to reduce wildlife collisions.