Scotland's Largest Wind Farm Generates First Power

Beatrice, Scotland’s largest offshore wind farm, has started generating power for the first time today.

Following the successful installation of the first 7MW turbine, Beatrice Offshore Windfarm Limited has exported power to the National Grid for the first time. The installation of the first turbine heralds the start of the final stage of Beatrice’s journey towards completion in Spring 2019. Once complete, Beatrice’s 84 Siemens Gamesa turbines will be capable of providing sufficient clean and sustainable power for the equivalent of 450,000 homes, making a significant contribution to the UK’s renewable energy targets. Situated 13km off the Caithness coast, the £2.6bn wind farm is not only one of the largest private investments in... ... More: Official Press Release Beatrice OWF

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