Overview
Whitelee is an operational onshore wind farm in the United Kingdom, with a capacity of 322 MW, owned by CRE Energy/Scottish Power. It is one of the largest onshore wind farms in Europe.
Whitelee is an operational onshore wind farm located in the United Kingdom, specifically in Scotland near Glasgow. With a capacity of 322 MW, it ranks among the largest onshore wind farms in Europe, contributing significantly to the UK's renewable energy targets. The facility operates under the UK's regulatory framework, which includes the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme supporting low-carbon electricity generation. The UK has a target of net-zero emissions by 2050, and onshore wind plays a key role, with over 14 GW installed capacity nationwide. Whitelee's 322 MW capacity places it in the large-scale category for onshore wind. Environmentally, Whitelee helps displace fossil fuel generation, reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The site is located on moorland, which required careful planning to minimize visual and ecological impacts. The wind farm also serves as a visitor center, promoting renewable energy education and community engagement.
Environmental context
The Whitelee wind farm is situated on a moorland plateau in southern Scotland, an area with high wind speeds ideal for wind energy generation. The development required habitat management to protect local bird species and peatland ecosystems. The site's large scale contributes to grid integration challenges, but its output helps meet regional renewable energy targets.
Frequently asked questions
Whitelee wind farm is located in Scotland, United Kingdom, near Glasgow, on a moorland plateau.
Whitelee has a capacity of 322 megawatts (MW), making it one of the largest onshore wind farms in Europe.
Whitelee is owned by CRE Energy and Scottish Power, a major UK energy company.
Whitelee contributes to the UK's goal of net-zero emissions by 2050 by generating clean electricity, supported by the Contracts for Difference scheme.
The development included habitat management to protect bird species and peatlands, and the site now serves as a visitor center for renewable energy education.