Caple Rig Wind Farm
CWP Energy are developing this proposal, which is located 8km to the north of Langholm in Dumfries and Galloway. Caple Rig Wind Farm will provide clean, green electricity to the grid network, supporting Scotland in its drive to become net zero and boosting the local and regional economy through job creation and investment.
The project comprises of 31 turbines, with tip heights ranging from 180m to 250m, along with an onsite Battery Energy Storage System (BESS).
A Scoping Report has been submitted to the Energy Consents Unit in order to seek a Scoping Opinion from the Scottish Ministers.
About CWP Energy
CWP ENERGY is a key player in renewable energy generation in the UK. Since our founding in 2001, we have actively developed a renewable energy portfolio of over 3GW, with investments surpassing £1 billion in the UK.
As an 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.
CAPLE RIG
31
Number of Turbines
To be Installed
217MW
Total Operational
Capacity
369,000
Tonnes of Carbon Dioxide
save per Year
228,000
Homes Powered
per Year
THE PROJECT
LOCATION
Caple Rig Wind Farm is located within the administrative area of Dumfries and Galloway. The nearest turbine is located approximately 8km northwest of Langholm and 8.5km south of Teviothead.
The proposed turbines occupy an area of the commercial Eskdalemuir Forestry, plus the uplands adjacent to the eastern edge of the forestry.
The site entrance is located along the A7, with a number of access options to the site from the West and the East leading to the hillside.
WIND FARM PROPOSAL
The project consists of 31 turbines, varying tip heights.
The site boundary comprises an area of approximately 3,478 hectares (ha), however the permanent land take of the tracks, turbines, substation, and BESS will occupy a small percentage of this area.
In addition to the wind turbines, the proposed site will include the following associated infrastructure:
- Access tracks
- Turbine Foundations
- Crane Hardstand
- Substation Control Room and Compound
- Meteorological Mast
BATTERY STORAGE
A co-located Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) is also being proposed. The BESS would consist of several modular units with ancillary equipment such as power converters, transformers, a switchroom and manufacturers recommended safety equipment.
The BESS would store any excess power generated by the turbines and supply it to the grid when it is most needed, as well as help regulate the balance of supply and demand on the grid via instructions from the National Grid.
