Overview
Port of Sheerness Wind Farm Ltd is an operational onshore wind farm in the United Kingdom, owned by Peel Energy. With a capacity of 8.2 MW, it contributes to the UK's renewable energy targets under the Contracts for Difference scheme.
Port of Sheerness Wind Farm Ltd is an onshore wind farm located in the United Kingdom, owned and operated by Peel Energy. The facility has an installed capacity of 8.2 megawatts (MW), placing it in the small-to-medium scale range for UK onshore wind projects. It is currently operational and contributes to the country's renewable energy generation mix. The wind farm operates under the UK's regulatory framework, which includes the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme that provides stable revenue for low-carbon electricity. Onshore wind projects in the UK typically benefit from strong wind resources, especially in coastal areas like Sheerness. The facility uses modern wind turbine technology to convert wind energy into electricity, feeding into the national grid. Environmentally, the Port of Sheerness Wind Farm helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based power generation. Its coastal location may involve considerations for bird and bat populations, though specific impacts are managed through standard environmental assessments. The facility supports the UK's goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 and aligns with the EU's Renewable Energy Directive targets.
Environmental context
The Port of Sheerness Wind Farm is situated in a coastal industrial area, which typically has strong and consistent wind resources ideal for wind energy generation. Onshore wind farms in such locations can have visual impacts on the landscape and may require careful siting to minimize effects on local bird and bat populations. The facility's operation contributes to reducing air pollution and carbon emissions compared to conventional power plants.
Frequently asked questions
The Port of Sheerness Wind Farm is located in Sheerness, Kent, United Kingdom, near the coast at coordinates 51.4430 N, 0.7479 E.
The Port of Sheerness Wind Farm has an installed capacity of 8.2 megawatts (MW), making it a small-to-medium scale onshore wind facility.
The Port of Sheerness Wind Farm is owned by Peel Energy, a UK-based renewable energy developer and operator.
Onshore wind in the UK is supported by the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme, which provides guaranteed prices for low-carbon electricity, and the UK's legally binding net-zero emissions target by 2050.
By generating renewable electricity, the wind farm reduces reliance on fossil fuels, cutting greenhouse gas emissions and supporting the UK's transition to a low-carbon energy system.