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Welcome to our dedicated website for An Càrr Dubh Wind Farm*
We have created this website earlier than usual in our engagement process, to provide a way for the public to easily access information and contact us when we have been unable to be present in the community.
We held our first online exhibition for the project over June and July 2021. We presented information about how our proposals had changed since submitting scoping and gave you the opportunity to provide your views on the project in a number of ways, including through online and offline feedback forms.
The second exhibition for the proposal was held from 1 November to 21 November to update you on the current proposals ahead of submitting an application to the Scottish Government in 2022.
26 turbines were initially proposed for the site and with a turbine tip height of 200m, following site studies and community feedback the proposal has reduced in scale. The current proposal is for 21 turbines with turbine tip heights of up to 180m. We wish to thank the members of the local community who took the time to provide feedback since we first introduced our proposals.
We are following all Scottish Government advice in relation to Covid-19 as we progress our plans. With restrictions easing we were pleased to have been able to hold local drop in sessions over the 9,10 and 11 November in Ford, Dalavich and Inveraray, during the second public exhibition period.
* The project was originally called Car Duibh Wind Farm. We have renamed the wind farm, following local feedback and further advice, to both accurately reflect local Gaelic and the wind farm location. Find out more here.
Welcome to our dedicated website for An Càrr Dubh Wind Farm*
We have created this website earlier than usual in our engagement process, to provide a way for the public to easily access information and contact us when we have been unable to be present in the community.
We held our first online exhibition for the project over June and July 2021. We presented information about how our proposals had changed since submitting scoping and gave you the opportunity to provide your views on the project in a number of ways, including through online and offline feedback forms.
The second exhibition for the proposal was held from 1 November to 21 November to update you on the current proposals ahead of submitting an application to the Scottish Government in 2022.
26 turbines were initially proposed for the site and with a turbine tip height of 200m, following site studies and community feedback the proposal has reduced in scale. The current proposal is for 21 turbines with turbine tip heights of up to 180m. We wish to thank the members of the local community who took the time to provide feedback since we first introduced our proposals.
We are following all Scottish Government advice in relation to Covid-19 as we progress our plans. With restrictions easing we were pleased to have been able to hold local drop in sessions over the 9,10 and 11 November in Ford, Dalavich and Inveraray, during the second public exhibition period.
* The project was originally called Car Duibh Wind Farm. We have renamed the wind farm, following local feedback and further advice, to both accurately reflect local Gaelic and the wind farm location. Find out more here.
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Introducing Ciaran Black, Project Developer
Ciaran joined Statkraft’s Glasgow office in 2019 and helps identify and deliver subsidy free renewable energy development opportunities throughout the UK. Originally from the Argyll and Bute area he is looking forward to meeting with local communities, virtually at the moment, as the project progresses through the planning process. This short video is an introduction to himself and Car Duibh Wind Farm.
Introducing the Team - Scott Vallance
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Scott Vallance, Senior Project Manager
Scott has worked in the renewables industry for over 8 years developing projects across the UK. He joined the Statkraft Development team in August 2020. He would prefer to meet members of the community in person, but as this isn’t possible at the moment he is learning to use all forms of media to keep everyone up to date on his projects. This short video is an introduction to himself and the project at Car Duibh.
Project Timeline
Stage 1: Site Selection (12 months)
An Càrr Dubh Wind Farm has finished this stage
Extensive research to identify suitable sites: positive indicators include good wind speed and minimal environmental and technical constraints.
No public engagement is carried out during this time because the site may not pass the criteria required for being suitable for development.
Stage 2: Pre-Planning (6 - 12 months)
An Càrr Dubh Wind Farm is currently at this stage
We request the view of the Scottish Government, Argyll and Bute Council and other statutory and non-statutory bodies on the level of study required (known as "Scoping"). Scoping is sent to local and neighbouring Community Councils and consultees such as NatureScot, SEPA and Historic Environment Scotland.
During this stage, environmental baseline studies are undertaken by competent experts which form the Environmental Impact Assessment.
At this stage, it is expected that our initial proposals will evolve, taking information from studies and engagement with the public and statutory consultees. We will continue to follow all Scottish Government advice in relation to Covid-19 and focus our engagement online.
Stage 3: Submit Planning Application, and Decision (12 months)
this is an upcoming stage for An Càrr Dubh Wind Farm
An application is submitted to the Scottish Government, accompanied by a comprehensive Environmental Impact Assessment Report showing the results of all studies undertaken. This is publicly available information and will be available on this project website.
Any interested parties and statutory consultees such as the local Councils can formally comment on the application.
Stage 4: Construction (12 - 18 months)
this is an upcoming stage for An Càrr Dubh Wind Farm
If Car Duibh is 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.
Stage 5: Operation (35 - 40 years)
this is an upcoming stage for An Càrr Dubh Wind Farm
The turbines are managed from a regionally based maintenance team, and operations are controlled by detailed planning conditions.
We are committed to community benefit and a community fund is active throughout the lifetime of the project for worthwhile community initiatives. In addition to community benefit, if there is interest within the community we are happy to explore shared ownership opportunities.
Stage 6: Decommissioning (12 months)
this is an upcoming stage for An Càrr Dubh Wind Farm
At the end of the planning period, turbines are removed or an option could be taken to repower the project. A financial bond, parent company guarantee or another financial instrument is put in place before construction starts to cover the cost to decommission.