The Outer Dowsing Wind Farm, with 100 turbines, has been granted planning permission by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ)
The Lincolnshire windfarm will be built 30 miles from the coast, and despite the large number of turbines, it is unlikely to be able to be seen from land.
The application for the project was submitted by GT R4 Limited, and it is expected to generate around 1.5 gigawatts (GW).
Enough energy to power 1.5m homes
Cables from the windfarm will come to shore at Anderby Marsh, near Skegness, and then travel underground to a substation at Surfleet Marsh.
Construction is expected to begin in 2027, with electricity coming into the grid in 2030.
David Few, project director said, “This is great news for the project and for the country, as it means Outer Dowsing Offshore Wind is one step closer to building enough UK-generated power to supply 1.6m homes using the renewable energy of the wind. We would like to thank all those who have contributed to the project so far. Together, our efforts are making a major contribution to the UK Government’s clean power ambitions and our future energy security”
Nicolas Payer, country chair for TotalEnergies UK, said, “TotalEnergies is delighted that the Outer Dowsing Offshore Wind project has reached this important milestone. TotalEnergies has been a long-term investor in this project, which will make a significant contribution to providing low-carbon power to homes and businesses across the UK.”
Plans have been submitted for England’s largest onshore windfarm
With bans lifted now on both onshore and offshore wind farms, planning applications are coming faster and faster, and plans for England’s largest onshore windfarm, the Cubico Project in Scout Moor, are expected to be addressed this year.
The farm is expected to be able to power 100,000 homes through 21 wind turbines, utilising new technology to allow this relatively low number of turbines to produce more than 100 megawatts of energy.
This would also make the project the fifth largest onshore wind producer in the UK, with the other four being located in Scotland.
David Swindin, chief executive officer at Cubico, said: “Our proposal for Scout Moor II reflects our strong confidence in the UK renewables sector and Britain’s potential to become a global clean energy powerhouse. We’re encouraged by the Government’s vision to accelerate the build out of renewable energy infrastructure across the country, and we are committed to delivering projects that decarbonise our power system, enhance energy security, and benefit local communities.”
James Pinney, head of Northern Europe at Cubico, said: “We’re excited about the opportunity for Scout Moor II to play a key role in helping the UK achieve its net zero ambitions and enhance the North West’s position as a national hub for clean energy generation. As we progress, we’re looking forward to engaging with local communities and ensuring their participation helps shape a project that leaves positive social, economic and environmental benefits for all.”
A decision is expected in summer this year.
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