Project plan
Discover our vision for Kype Muir Wind Farm Extension. Learn more about the project, view the designs and other useful project documents.
Design considerations
Why we chose this site
The site was designed to minimise any impact on the surrounding area when viewed in context of the existing wind farm. We placed the new turbines mostly to the south of the existing site to minimise any interruption in views for the communities to the north of the wind farm.
- On-site wind monitoring confirmed the high suitability wind resource.
- The site is not subject to any landscape, ecology or cultural heritage designations.
- The site has suitable access from the local road network
- The site is located over 2 km from the closest settlement to protect residents from unacceptable noise and shadow flicker effects.
Timeline
Our path to success
There are many stages involved in developing a wind farm and many opportunities to get involved and have your say. Take a look at the main stages of the process and find out where we currently are in the process.
Community consultations complete
We conducted extensive engagement in person and online with the community to gather your views and feedback in the most inclusive and meaningful way.
Design process complete
We carefully designed the proposal based on community feedback.
Planning permission submitted complete
We submitted our proposal for Kype Muir Extension to the Scottish Government.
Construction complete
We’re working with local businesses as much as possible to construct the extension.
Spring 2024: Operational complete
Kype Muir Wind Farm Extension is now fully operational
Autumn 2024: Sold complete
Shares sold to funds managed by Schroders Greencoat LLP.
Project features
Ultra-efficient turbines
In November 2022, Scotland’s former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon marked the connection of the UK’s tallest and most efficient onshore wind turbine to the national grid at Kype Muir Extension. The 200m turbines at Kype Muir Extension were at the time the tallest and most efficient onshore turbines ever consented in the UK.