Located south east of Douglas, the wind farm will provide more than £10 million in grants for the local communities throughout its lifespan.
generation capacity
powered by renewable energy since 2018 (based on average annual usage)
annual community benefit fund
community benefits since 2018
of renewable energy generated since 2018
community benefits during the entire lifespan
over the first 5 years for local employment and training initiatives
At OnPath Energy, we’re powering a more sustainable future through renewable energy. Our projects, like Middle Muir Wind Farm, inspire and enable communities, businesses, and landowners to embrace a just transition to net zero.
Up to 51MW
ML12 6SX
15
136m – 149.9m
South Lanarkshire Council
40 years in operation plus 2 years for construction and decommissioning (includes 15 year lifetime extension).
2018
0345 200 8173
We establish community funds for every OnPath renewables project to ensure that the benefits are channelled back into the local community. When Middle Muir was commissioned, OnPath committed to an annual community benefit fund of £255,000 per year, index linked so the figure rises every year to keep pace with inflation. Grants are awarded to local voluntary organisations, community groups and environmental projects.
With Middle Muir, we have partnered with South Lanarkshire Council to include half of the community benefits in their Renewable Energy Fund (REF) which they administer across the local authority area. Applications for funding are handled entirely through the council, and if you would like to get funding for your project or group – please visit their website to learn more.
In addition to grant funding, Middle Muir also supports our jobs and skills partnership with South Lanarkshire Council, a landmark initiative which has supported around 2,000 people in South Lanarkshire since it was launched. You can find more information, including how to apply, at their website.
Middle Muir Wind Farm generates £255,000 in community benefits every year. Part of this is used to administer a local jobs and skills initiative for the surrounding areas, while the rest is reserved for grant making to support local community projects (within 10 km).
The fund is managed by South Lanarkshire Council as part of the Renewable Energy Fund (REF) and applications can be made at their website.
Enter your postcode below to check if your group is in the catchment area for a grant from our Middle Muir Wind Farm.
Hi, I’m Aileen, your dedicated point of contact at OnPath Energy as the Community & Partnerships manager for Middle Muir Wind Farm near Douglas. It’s my job to keep the community up to date, take feedback and answer any questions you may have about Middle Muir Wind Farm. I’m looking forward to working with you and your community as we continue to see the long term benefits the project brings for local people including the £255,000 annual community benefit fund. You can contact me with any questions that you have about the project directly using the details below.
M: 07386 677209
T: 0330 335 8010
E: Aileen.McCreadie@onpathenergy.com
The Renewable Energy Fund is a great example of how we can generate our electricity more responsibly and at the same time benefit local communities through partnership working and mutual support.
Cllr. Robert Brown Chair of the Communities & Enterprise Committee
Along with playing a crucial role in helping the UK transition to 100% renewable electricity to tackle climate change, the project will support and generate habitat improvements around Red Moss bog near Douglas, which is internationally recognised as one of Europe’s rarest and most threatened habitats. improvements include
At OnPath Energy, we are committed to regular maintenance and servicing on our wind farms to maximise the efficiency, operational performance and environmental, social and economic benefits of our projects.
In 2023, a planning permission to extend the lifespan of the fifteen-turbine site by 15 years was approved by the Energy Consents Unit (ECU) securing the ability to operate the site for up to 40 years. This will enable Middle Muir Wind Farm to supply thousands more megawatts of clean energy to the grid under existing operational conditions.
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