RES wants to build the Carnbuck wind farm in Northern Ireland

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RES has submitted a planning application for its 12-turbine Carnbuck Wind Farm, located in the townlands of Carnbuck, Magheraboy and Moneyneagh, near Corkey, Co. Antrim. Adjacent to the existing Gruig Wind Farm, Carnbuck would be capable of generating enough clean, low-cost renewable electricity for an additional 55,000 homes each year, if consented.

The proposed scheme comprises 12 turbines with an overall installed capacity of around 50MW, in addition to an energy storage facility which will help maximise the generation capability and efficiency of the site. Onshore wind, together with large scale solar, is now the cheapest form of electricity generation and can be deployed quickly. It also increases energy security by reducing reliance on imports and builds our... ... More: Official Press Release RES

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