Overview
Milton Keynes Wind Farm is an operational onshore wind facility in the United Kingdom, owned by Gravis Capital Management, with a capacity of 14 MW.
Milton Keynes Wind Farm is an operational onshore wind facility located in the United Kingdom. With a capacity of 14 MW, it falls within the small-to-medium scale for onshore wind in the UK, contributing to the country's renewable energy portfolio. The facility operates under the UK's regulatory framework, which includes the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme supporting low-carbon electricity generation. Onshore wind farms like this one benefit from the UK's ambitious renewable energy targets, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050. The technology involves multiple wind turbines that convert kinetic energy from wind into electricity. Environmentally, the wind farm helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based power generation. It also supports local energy security and grid stability. The site's location in Milton Keynes aligns with the region's commitment to sustainable development and renewable energy adoption.
Environmental context
Onshore wind farms in the UK, such as Milton Keynes Wind Farm, are typically sited in areas with good wind resources, often on agricultural land. They contribute to reducing carbon emissions but can have visual impacts on the landscape and potential effects on bird and bat populations. Proper siting and mitigation measures are employed to minimize ecological disruption.
Frequently asked questions
Milton Keynes Wind Farm is located in the United Kingdom, near the city of Milton Keynes.
Milton Keynes Wind Farm has a capacity of 14 megawatts (MW), making it a small-to-medium scale onshore wind facility.
Milton Keynes Wind Farm is owned by Gravis Capital Management, a investment management firm.
Onshore wind in the UK is supported by the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme, which provides stable revenue for low-carbon electricity generation, and the UK's legally binding target to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.
By generating electricity from wind, Milton Keynes Wind Farm helps reduce reliance on fossil fuels, cuts greenhouse gas emissions, and supports the UK's transition to a low-carbon energy system.