Scotland approves development of 105.6 MW wind project in East Ayrshire
The Government of Scotland has approved the development of the 105.6 MW wind project located in East Ayrshire proposed by Banks Renewables.
The Lethans Wind Farm project will consist of 22 turbines at a maximum tip height of 220 meters. The project will pay GBP38 million (US$41.86 million) in business rates over its lifetime – while a local community body will have the opportunity to purchase a 5% equity stake in the wind farm with a generous, 25% community discount.
Construction of the project will also deliver major local benefits. At Lethans, its Connect2Renewables Charter is expected to see at least GBP16 million (US$17.6 million) invested in the area via local suppliers and contractors.
The original plan for Lethans Wind Farm was approved in March 2018. However, Banks Renewables undertook an extensive redesign of the project to maximize efficiency, including reducing the number of turbines from 26 to 22 and changing the layout of the wind farm.
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