Overview
Teesside is an operational onshore wind farm in the United Kingdom, owned by EDF Energy - Northern Offshore Windfarm Ltd, with a capacity of 62 MW.
Teesside is an operational onshore wind farm located in the United Kingdom, owned by EDF Energy - Northern Offshore Windfarm Ltd. With a capacity of 62 MW, it falls into the medium-scale range 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 and the Renewables Obligation (RO). These mechanisms support renewable energy deployment and align with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III targets, though the UK has its own net-zero goals. The 62 MW capacity indicates a significant contribution to local grid supply. Teesside's wind farm plays a role in reducing carbon emissions and supporting the UK's transition to clean energy. Its location in the Teesside area, a region with industrial heritage, helps diversify the local energy mix and provides renewable electricity to the grid, supporting community and industrial energy needs.
Environmental context
Onshore wind farms like Teesside can have visual impacts on the landscape and may affect bird and bat populations through collisions. However, proper siting and mitigation measures can reduce these risks. The facility's operation contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and supports the UK's renewable energy targets, aligning with broader environmental goals.
Frequently asked questions
Teesside is located in the United Kingdom, specifically in the Teesside area of North East England, near the coast.
The Teesside wind farm is owned by EDF Energy - Northern Offshore Windfarm Ltd, a subsidiary of EDF Energy.
The Teesside wind farm has a capacity of 62 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale onshore wind installation.
Onshore wind in the UK is supported by the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme and the Renewables Obligation (RO), which provide financial incentives for renewable energy generation.
By generating clean electricity, Teesside helps reduce reliance on fossil fuels, lowers carbon emissions, and supports the UK's target of net-zero emissions by 2050.