Overview
Torrance Farm Wind Park Extension is an operational onshore wind farm in the United Kingdom, with a capacity of 5.7 MW. Owned by Capital Dynamics, it contributes to the UK's renewable energy targets.
Torrance Farm Wind Park Extension is an operational onshore wind farm located in the United Kingdom, with a capacity of 5.7 MW. The facility is owned by Capital Dynamics and represents a medium-scale wind energy project within the UK's diverse 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 policies support the deployment of onshore wind, though recent planning restrictions have limited new developments. The 5.7 MW capacity places it in the small-to-medium scale range for UK onshore wind farms. This extension adds to the existing Torrance Farm Wind Park, enhancing local renewable energy generation. The electricity produced feeds into the national grid, supporting the UK's goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. The project also contributes to local energy security and reduces reliance on fossil fuels.
Environmental context
Onshore wind farms like Torrance Farm Wind Park Extension can have visual impacts on the landscape and may affect local bird and bat populations. However, proper siting and mitigation measures can reduce these effects. The UK's regulatory framework requires environmental impact assessments for such projects, ensuring that ecological considerations are addressed.
Frequently asked questions
Torrance Farm Wind Park Extension is located in the United Kingdom, at coordinates 55.8766 N, -3.7452 W.
Torrance Farm Wind Park Extension has a capacity of 5.7 MW, making it a medium-scale onshore wind farm.
Torrance Farm Wind Park Extension is owned by Capital Dynamics, a global private asset management firm.
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.
Torrance Farm Wind Park Extension generates clean electricity, helping the UK meet its net-zero emissions target by 2050 and increasing the share of renewables in the energy mix.