Ackron Wind Farm

Welcome to our project website.
We are proposing a wind farm 2km south east of Melvich, Sutherland.
This website will be kept updated over the development period to keep you informed, and allow you to ask us questions and tell us what you think.
Speak with Us
Ask us a question or phone the project hotline: 0800 772 0668 (Monday to Fridays, 9am to 5pm).
Complete the online feedback form, or take our broadband quick poll.
For more detail about Ackron Wind Farm click here to view our Frequently Asked Questions.
Welcome to our project website.
We are proposing a wind farm 2km south east of Melvich, Sutherland.
This website will be kept updated over the development period to keep you informed, and allow you to ask us questions and tell us what you think.
Speak with Us
Ask us a question or phone the project hotline: 0800 772 0668 (Monday to Fridays, 9am to 5pm).
Complete the online feedback form, or take our broadband quick poll.
For more detail about Ackron Wind Farm click here to view our Frequently Asked Questions.
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Hello, thank you for your interest in the Ackron Wind Farm proposal. We hope you will have your say and complete our survey. This will enable us to gather community views which can shape our plans.
The Project Team
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Communications Manager
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Project Manager
Project Timeline (click to expand)
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Stage 1: Site Selection (12 months)
Ackron Wind Farm has finished this stageExtensive research to identify suitable sites: positive indicators include good wind speed and minimal environmental and technical constraints.
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Stage 2: Pre-Planning (12 - 18 months)
Ackron Wind Farm is currently at this stageRequest the view of Highland Council on the level of study required (known as "Scoping"). Sometimes an application for a Met Mast is submitted to measure wind speed at the site.
A project evolves using information gained from site studies, public feedback and engagement with statutory consultees. -
Stage 3: Submit Planning Application, and Decision (12 months)
this is an upcoming stage for Ackron Wind FarmAn application is submitted to the Highland Council, accompanied by a comprehensive EIA Report showing the results of all studies undertaken. This is publicly available information. Members of the public and statutory consultees can formally comment on the application.
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Stage 4: Construction (12 - 18 months
this is an upcoming stage for Ackron Wind FarmIf approved, construction begins at least one year after consent.
Construction typically takes 12-18 months and planning conditions are used to manage elements of construction.
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Stage 5: Operation (25 years)
this is an upcoming stage for Ackron Wind FarmTurbines are managed by an on-site maintenance team, and operation is controlled by detailed planning conditions.
A community fund is active throughout to support worthwhile community initiatives.
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Stage 6: Decommissioning (12 months)
this is an upcoming stage for Ackron Wind FarmAt the end of the planning period, turbines are removed and the site restored. A financial bond is in place to cover this cost.
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