Project summary
- Development and installation of a 500kW wind turbine with a 50 metre hub height and 54 metre blade diameter, giving a total height of 77 metres.
- To guide the client through the feasibility, site design, obtaining of planning, financing, procurement, and implementation stages of the wind turbine project.
- To secure best value for the client from contractors and suppliers.
Solution
- Guiding the client through the planning application process and subsequent appeals and delays, including objection from the National Air Traffic Services (NATS).
- Managing third party wayleaves to enable grid connection.
- Securing project accreditation with Ofgem.
- Managing various stakeholder needs and objections over a 6 year period to ensure the smooth running and delivery of the project.
- Construction of the wind turbine can be seen on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/cpvy6nSqLkg
Benefits
- A capital investment of ~£1.325m from the client to develop the project.
- Utilisation of local contractors for site surveys and groundworks.
- Accreditation to the Government’s Feed-in Tariff scheme for 20 years providing secure income.
- A healthy return on investment over the project life.
- Green energy being supplied into the local grid network.
- Diversified income for the farming business, allowing investment elsewhere on the farm.
