Llyn Alaw Onshore Wind Farm, Anglesey, United Kingdom

Llyn Alaw is an operational onshore wind farm located on the island of Anglesey in Wales, United Kingdom. With a capacity of 20.4 megawatts, it is a medium-scale wind facility that supports the UK's transition to renewable energy. The plant is owned by Beaufort Wind Ltd and is part of the country's diverse wind energy portfolio. The facility operates under the UK's regulatory framework, which includes the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme that provides stable revenue for low-carbon electricity generation. Onshore wind farms like Llyn Alaw benefit from the UK's wind-rich geography, particularly in coastal and upland areas. The 20.4 MW capacity places it in the small-to-medium range for onshore wind, typical of community-scale or single-turbine cluster projects. Llyn Alaw contributes to local and national renewable energy targets, helping to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance energy security. The wind farm's location in Anglesey, a region with strong wind resources, maximizes energy generation efficiency. Its operation aligns with the UK's goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 and supports the local economy through clean energy production.

The wind farm is situated in a rural area on Anglesey, an island with significant wind resources. Onshore wind farms can impact local landscapes and wildlife, particularly birds and bats, but proper siting and mitigation measures minimize these effects. The facility contributes to reducing fossil fuel dependence and lowering carbon emissions, aligning with the UK's climate goals.