Kevin Scott, Business Correspondent A TEAM of researchers from the University of Strathclyde have won an international wind power forecasting competition by accurately estimating how much energy would be generated by a portfolio of wind farms over a two week period. Forecasting researcher Jethro Browell and PhD student Ciaran Gilbert Read more
Renewable energy company Infinergy has submitted plans for an eight-turbine extension to Lochluichart Wind Farm. The extension would form an integrated wind cluster with both the Lochluichart and Corriemoillie Wind Farms and would help to maximise power output on site. Lochluichart Wind Farm Extension II is now in its initial Read more
An Argyll renewable energy company has launched a business development drive to boost its international trade, increase turnover and create jobs – thanks to a £25,000 investment from the Scot-govt. Lochgilphead based Renewable Parts Limited (RPL) was established in 2011. It provides specialist technical and logistical supply chain services to Read more
By Jamie McKenzie Panoramic footage has revealed the scale of massive wind farms which are gradually encircling Loch Ness, and which objectors have warned will destroy tourism. Highland Council’s interactive 360-degree photomontage depicts scores of turbines already built or consented. It was shot from the most prominent summit, the 2,294ft Read more