Offshore windfarm operators have asked for a five year extension to start work on its East Lothian site due to ‘industry uncertainty’ – a month before permission runs out.
Seagreen Wind Energy (SWEL) were given the go ahead to bring power from 36 planned wind turbines onto shore at the former Cockenzie Power Station site as part of its Seagreen 1A project in 2020.
In a report provided to the local authority SWEL said consents granted to the project phase needed to change because of delays.
It said: “Due to uncertainties in the Offshore Wind Farm (OWF) industry and challenges specifically facing the development of the final 36 turbines and associated infrastructure consented as part of Seagreen Alpha and Bravo, but not yet constructed, SWEL are proposing an extension of the
construction window for Seagreen 1A.”
Seagreen Wind Energy Ltd is a joint venture between SSE Renewables and Total Energies which was awarded exclusive development rights in the Firth of Forth by The Crown Estate in 2010. https://www.midlothianview.com/news/cockenzie-windfarm-operator-seeks-five-year-delay?fbclid=IwY2xjawL6AohleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHoE1MZ8Sr4BYIScS5gn9X4kUulCK8UG6FlH_mbaeYbOB8UgVbKxhGWVUZK03_aem_xqV1raNeSSSrDPLfo5rNRw
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