Pendragon successful with 177MW wind farm consent

3rd January

After a lengthy planning process in which Pendragon acted as public relations advisor, the 177 MW Dorenell wind farm on the Glenfiddich estate, near Dufftown in Moray, has been consented by the Scottish government. The wind farm will power 84,000 homes - double the number of homes in Moray itself.

The project will see a capital investment of over £250 million, generating at least £93 million in direct benefits for the Scottish economy. Around 75 jobs will be created in construction, with further maintenance jobs once operational, and the developer, Infinergy will seek to use local contractors and suppliers.

Infinergy has also committed to deliver long lasting community benefits, worth around £350,000 per year, including new housing and tourism opportunities through a new visitor centre.

Scottish Energy Minister Fergus Ewing said: "Once up and running, the Dorenell wind farm will produce enough green electricity to power double the number of homes in Moray, creating new jobs and cutting emissions. The development will provide a new visitor centre and stimulate wider regeneration, and help protect the environment through fisheries and habitat management plans."

Alex Doyle of Pendragon said: "Dorenell has been a particularly protracted planning process and we have spent over four years working closely with the community ourselves. However, it's a very satisfying outcome and Pendragon is pleased to have played a significant role in getting the project to the finishing post successfully."