Shepherds Rig is a 70.2MW onshore wind power project. It is planned in Scotland, the UK. The project is currently in permitting stage. It will be developed in multiple phases. Post completion of the construction, the project is expected to get commissioned in 2023.
| Project Type | Total Capacity (MW) | Active Capacity (MW) | Pipeline Capacity (MW) | Project Status | Project Location | Project Developer | Onshore | 70.2 | – | 70.2 | Permitting | Scotland, the UK | SETT Wind Development |
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Description
The project is being developed by SETT Wind Development. Boralex and Infinergy are currently owning the project.
The project is expected to supply enough clean energy to power 42,000 households, to offset 1,760,000t of carbon dioxide emissions (CO2) a year.
The Shepherds Rig (Shepherds Rig Phase I), will have 98.4m high towers.
The Shepherds Rig (Shepherds Rig Phase II), will have 98.4m high towers.
Development Status
Post completion of the construction, the project is expected to get commissioned in 2023.
Contractors Involved
Shepherds Rig (Shepherds Rig Phase I) will be equipped with Vestas Wind Systems V117-4.2 MW turbines. The phase consists of 15 turbines with 4.2MW nameplate capacity.
Shepherds Rig (Shepherds Rig Phase II) will be equipped with Vestas Wind Systems V105 turbines. The phase consists of 2 turbines with 3.6MW nameplate capacity.
About SETT Wind Development
SETT Wind Development Ltd (SETT Wind Development) generates electricity using various sources of energy including thermal, natural gas fired CCPPs and natural gas. The company is headquartered in the UK.
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