Overview
Tullo is an operational onshore wind farm in the United Kingdom with a capacity of 17.5 MW, developed by West Coast Energy on behalf of Tullo Wind Ltd and GE Wind.
Tullo is an onshore wind farm located in the United Kingdom, with a capacity of 17.5 MW. The facility is owned and operated by West Coast Energy, acting as agents for Tullo Wind Ltd and GE Wind, and is currently operational. The wind farm utilizes modern wind turbine technology to convert wind energy into electricity. As part of the UK's renewable energy portfolio, Tullo contributes to the country's targets under the Renewable Energy Directive and benefits from the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme, which supports low-carbon electricity generation. By generating clean electricity, Tullo helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions and supports the UK's transition to a low-carbon energy system. The facility's output is integrated into the national grid, providing renewable power to local communities and businesses.
Environmental context
Onshore wind farms like Tullo are typically sited in areas with strong wind resources, such as uplands or coastal regions. While they provide clean energy, they can have local environmental impacts including visual effects on landscapes and potential risks to bird and bat populations. Proper siting and mitigation measures are important to minimize these effects.
Frequently asked questions
Tullo is an onshore wind farm located in the United Kingdom, with coordinates approximately 56.96° N, -2.21° E.
Tullo wind farm has a capacity of 17.5 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale onshore wind installation.
Tullo is owned and operated by West Coast Energy, acting as agents for Tullo Wind Ltd and GE Wind.
Onshore wind in the UK is supported by the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme, which provides stable revenue for low-carbon electricity, and the UK's legally binding net-zero emissions target.
Tullo generates clean electricity from wind, helping the UK meet its renewable energy targets under the EU Renewable Energy Directive and national climate goals.