ABOUT SCOOP HILL
Scoop Hill Community Wind Farm is located in Dumfries and Galloway, approximately 5km south east of Moffat. Following extensive and iterative discussions with consultees and the local community, CWP Energy has made a number of revisions to the proposed development.
Initially submitted as a 75-turbine scheme, Scoop Hill Community Wind Farm will now consist of 60 turbines and a battery storage facility. This removal of 15 turbines is equivalent to a reduction of 20% of the original proposal. The changes to the proposed development also include a reduction in the tip heights of four turbines in the southern part of the scheme.
The Additional Information (AI) submission for Scoop Hill was submitted in July 2023 as an amendment to the original November 2020 submission. A Public Inquiry was held in December 2024.
ABOUT CWP ENERGY
CWP Energy is a key player in renewable energy generation in the UK. Founded in 2001, we have actively developed a renewable energy portfolio of over 3GW, with investments surpassing £1 billion in the UK.
As a British independent clean energy developer and generator, we are committed to contributing to the transition to a green energy economy in the UK and Scotland, working towards achieving Net Zero.
SCOOP HILL
60
Number of Turbines
To be Installed
432MW
Total Operational
Capacity
740,000
Tonnes of Carbon Dioxide saved per Year
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450,000
Homes Powered
Per Year
THE PROJECT
LOCATION
Scoop Hill Wind Farm is located in Dumfries and Galloway, approximately 5km southeast of the town of Moffat. The proposed site is situated within an area of commercial forestry, specifically within Eskdalemuir Forest, offering a natural setting for the wind farm development.
The nearest major road is the A74M, which provides direct access to the site via the B723. This location ensures efficient transport links for both construction and ongoing operations.
The development will be connected to the Moffat Substation, located to the southeast of Moffat. The proximity of the substation allows for a short, efficient connection route, minimizing the need for extensive infrastructure.
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WIND FARM PROPOSAL
Following the submission of the AI for Scoop Hill, the revised scheme now includes:
- 60 Wind Turbines - A 20% reduction from the original 75 turbines.
- Meteorological Masts - To monitor wind conditions and support turbine optimisation.
- Access Tracks - Providing safe and efficient access for construction and maintenance.
- Substation and Control Room - Connecting the wind farm to the grid and managing turbine operations.
- Construction Compound and Laydown Areas
- For storing materials and equipment during construction. - Borrow Pits - Locations for sourcing materials for infrastructure development.
BATTERY STORAGE
The Battery Storage Facility with a 200MW capacity will harness the consistent wind resources at Scoop Hill to provide base load generation. This facility will store excess energy generated during periods of high wind, ensuring a steady supply of power when demand is high or when wind generation is low.
Co-locating the battery storage with the wind farm allows for optimal integration of renewable energy with the national grid. It enhances grid stability by storing surplus energy when generation exceeds demand and discharging it during peak demand periods, ensuring a reliable and flexible power supply.
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