SSE Renewables get planning permission for Irish wind farm

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An Bord Pleanála has granted planning permission to leading renewable energy partners SSE Renewables and FuturEnergy Ireland to develop Drumnahough Wind Farm in County Donegal.

 The onshore wind development, which will comprise 12 turbines with a maximum tip height of 167.5m, is in the rural uplands of Donegal, 13km from Letterkenny and located within the townlands of Treankeel, Meenadaura, Carrickalangan and Cark. During construction, Drumnahough Wind Farm will generate approximately 60 jobs. Once operational the circa 60 MW wind farm will be capable of generating enough green energy to power around 40,000* homes and offset almost 40 million kilograms* of carbon emissions annually. In addition to delivering significant energy security and climate... ... More: Official Press Release SSE Renewables

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