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Largest UK offshore wind farm commences determination
Official Press Release SSE Renewables:
Plans for largest offshore windfarm in UK waters accepted for determination
An application to build the UK’s largest offshore wind farm, capable of providing enough electricity to power more than five million homes, has commenced determination.
Berwick Bank, located roughly 38 kilometers off the East Lothian coast of Scotland, is set to generate up to 4.1GW of power, making it the largest offshore wind farm planning application to be submitted in the UK to date and one of the largest globally. The consent process for the onshore elements of the project has now opened, which is being considered by East Lothian Council. This process runs alongside the offshore consent process, which kicked off in December 2022 and is being considered by the Scottish Government. A final decision by authorities is expected later in 2023. The company... ... More: Official Press Release SSE Renewables
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