Tangy Wind Farm Extension/Tangy 2 - Onshore Wind Farm in Scotland, UK

Tangy Wind Farm Extension/Tangy 2 is an onshore wind farm located in Scotland, United Kingdom. With a capacity of 6 MW, it is a small-scale wind facility operated by Scottish and Southern Energy (SSE), one of the country's leading renewable energy developers. The plant is operational and plays a role in the UK's transition to low-carbon electricity generation. The facility operates under the UK's renewable energy regulatory framework, which includes the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme that provides stable revenue for low-carbon generators. Onshore wind is a mature technology in the UK, with Scotland hosting a significant share of the country's wind capacity due to its favorable wind speeds. The 6 MW scale is typical for smaller wind farm extensions that maximize existing grid connections. Environmentally, the wind farm contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel generation. Its location in a rural area of Scotland minimizes land-use conflicts, though onshore wind developments must consider visual impact and local biodiversity. The facility supports the UK's target of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 and aligns with the Scottish Government's ambition for 20 GW of onshore wind by 2030.

Located in a rural area of Scotland, the Tangy Wind Farm Extension operates in a region with high wind speeds ideal for wind energy generation. The environmental context includes considerations for visual impact on the landscape and potential effects on local bird and bat populations, which are common for onshore wind developments. The facility supports the UK's decarbonization goals by providing clean electricity.