The wind farm will have an installed capacity of up to 33.4MW, generating enough green electricity to power over 45,000 homes each year.
Onshore wind is an essential part of the UK’s strategy for achieving country-wide net zero targets and is one of the fastest growing energy sources in the world.
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homes powered by the site each year
tonnes of CO2 displaced each year
equivalent number of petrol cars taken off the road due to CO2 savings
in approximate community benefits each year
in community benefits over the wind farm’s lifespan
projected spend within 60km
jobs directly supported (approx)
training and employment opportunities
In business rates paid to South Lanarkshire Council over the project’s lifetime
At OnPath Energy, we’re powering a more sustainable future through renewable energy. Our projects, like Mill Rig Wind Farm will inspire and enable communities, businesses, and landowners to embrace a just transition to net zero.
OnPath Energy also operates the Kype Muir Wind Farm in South Lanarkshire which has been providing clean, renewable electricity since 2019. Take a look at the benefits the Kype Muir Wind Farm brings to local residents
Read on to discover the plans and wide range of social, economic and environmental benefits Mill Rig Wind Farm will bring to the local community, while supporting the UK’s transition to renewable energy.
Martin Kellerman, construction director at OnPath Energy, says: “The Mill Rig Wind Farm will bring a wide range of direct environmental, energy security and community…
We have been carrying out a wide range of tests and surveys on the Mill Rig site since May and are pleased with the results…
A SIGNIFICANT onshore wind farm development that would provide clean electricity to meet the needs of around 21,000 homes
