Overview
Promised Land Farm is a 1 MW onshore wind farm in the United Kingdom, owned by Karl Spratt. It is operational and contributes to the UK's renewable energy capacity.
Promised Land Farm is an onshore wind farm located in the United Kingdom, owned by Karl Spratt. With a capacity of 1 MW, it is a small-scale wind energy facility that feeds into the local grid. The facility operates under the UK's renewable energy framework, which includes the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme and the Renewables Obligation. Onshore wind is a mature technology in the UK, with many similar small-scale installations contributing to the country's renewable energy mix. As a small wind farm, Promised Land Farm helps reduce carbon emissions and supports the UK's target of net-zero emissions by 2050. Its location in a rural area minimizes visual impact while providing clean energy to the surrounding community.
Environmental context
The site is located in a rural area of northwest England, where wind resources are moderate. Onshore wind farms like this one can have local environmental impacts, including visual effects on the landscape and potential disturbance to bird and bat populations. However, small-scale installations typically have a lower overall footprint.
Frequently asked questions
Promised Land Farm is located in the United Kingdom, near the coordinates 53.5113 N, -2.7378 W.
Promised Land Farm has a capacity of 1 MW, making it a small-scale onshore wind farm.
Promised Land Farm is owned by Karl Spratt.
Onshore wind in the UK is supported by the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme and the Renewables Obligation, which provide financial incentives for renewable energy generation.
Small-scale wind energy reduces reliance on fossil fuels, lowers carbon emissions, and contributes to the UK's net-zero target, with minimal land use impact.