Overview
Lindhurst is an operational onshore wind farm in the United Kingdom, owned by Npower Renewables, with a capacity of 9 MW.
Lindhurst is an operational onshore wind farm located in the United Kingdom, owned by Npower Renewables. With a capacity of 9 MW, it is a small-scale wind energy facility contributing to the country's renewable energy mix. The facility operates under the UK's regulatory framework, which includes the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme supporting renewable energy deployment. Onshore wind farms like Lindhurst typically use modern turbines to convert wind energy into electricity, feeding into the national grid. As part of the UK's renewable energy portfolio, Lindhurst helps reduce carbon emissions and supports the country's target of net-zero emissions by 2050. Its location in the East Midlands region benefits from moderate wind speeds suitable for power generation.
Environmental context
Onshore wind farms like Lindhurst can have visual impacts on the landscape and may affect local bird and bat populations. Proper siting and environmental assessments help mitigate these effects. The facility's relatively small scale reduces its overall environmental footprint while contributing to clean energy generation.
Frequently asked questions
Lindhurst wind farm is located in the United Kingdom, near the coordinates 53.1175° N, -1.1516° W, in the East Midlands region.
Lindhurst wind farm has a capacity of 9 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale onshore wind facility.
Lindhurst wind farm is owned by Npower Renewables, a UK-based renewable energy company.
The UK supports onshore wind through the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme, which provides stable revenue for renewable generators, and through planning policies that encourage low-carbon energy development.
Onshore wind farms generate electricity without direct carbon emissions, helping to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. They also contribute to energy independence and security.