Owenreagh Wind Farm - Onshore Wind Facility in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

Owenreagh Wind Farm is an onshore wind energy facility located in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom. Operated by EF Energy, the plant has an installed capacity of 5 megawatts (MW), placing it in the small-scale wind farm category. The facility is operational and generates electricity from wind power, supporting the UK's transition to low-carbon energy sources. The plant uses wind turbines to convert kinetic energy into electricity, a mature technology widely deployed across the UK. The UK has a strong regulatory framework for renewable energy, including the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme and the Renewables Obligation, which have driven significant wind capacity growth. Northern Ireland also has its own renewable energy targets under the EU Renewable Energy Directive, aiming for 40% renewable electricity by 2020. Owenreagh Wind Farm contributes to local energy generation and helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions. As a small-scale wind farm, it has a relatively low visual and land-use impact compared to larger installations. The facility supports grid stability and provides clean energy to the local community, aligning with the UK's net-zero emissions goal by 2050.

The site is located in a rural area of Northern Ireland, characterized by rolling hills and agricultural land. Onshore wind farms in such settings 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 facility's small scale reduces its overall environmental footprint.