North East

Lambs Hill

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Key features of the proposed wind farm:

• We are proposing the construction of between 4-6 wind turbines, each with a capacity of around 2 -3 megawatts (MW).
  
  
• This could provide between 8-20MW of renewable electricity, or enough power for up to 8,400 homes.
  
  
• Turbine dimensions are currently being assessed to achieve the optimum balance between energy production and visual impact. Tip heights of between 110m-140m are being considered for the site.
  
  
• The wind farm would last for around 25 years, with around 12 months for construction and decommissioning.
  
  
• The grid connection would be to a local substation by overhead cables on wooden poles or by underground cables.
  
  
• Proposals are being considered for a Combined Heat and Power (CHP) facility in the adjacent Stillington Industrial Estate. A CHP facility can generate both heat and electricity from a range of fuel sources (eg. wood or biofuel) and can distribute the heat produced to local properties. This is a more sustainable solution to electricity and heat generation.
  
  
• If you want to know more about wind farm development a comprehensive website can be found at    http://www.yes2wind.com/.
  
  
• The website http://www.embracewind.com/also has information about wind farms.
  
  
• More information can also be found on the British Wind Energy Association web - http://www.bwea.com/
  
  
• For further information please contact Emily Hooson, communityengagement coordinator on 01740 658500 or email lambshill@banksdevelopments.com