Treading
| Site Statistics | ||
|---|---|---|
| Location | Between Gorefield, Cambs and Sutton St Edmund, Lincs | |
| Project size | Up to 6 turbines | |
| Turbine height | Up to 126m | |
| Potential Capacity | Up to 15MW | |
Wind Ventures has been looking at the suitability of developing an exciting new wind farm between Gorefield, Cambs and Sutton St Edmund, Lincs. The proposed wind farm will be made up of up to 6 turbines which will be up to 126m high and will, at up to 15MW, provide enough renewable energy for over 5,500* homes.
We believe that the proposed Treading wind farm will play a role in meeting the tough renewable targets set by the government and to help tackle climate change.
What stage is the project at?
We have submitted planning applications to both South Holland District Council and Fenland District Council for the erection of 6 wind turbines, a permanent meteorological mast, substation, external transformers, temporary construction compound and access tracks, hardstanding areas and associated infrastructure. The planning application includes a full environmental impact assessment which includes studies such as:
- Ecology (including ornithology)
- Landscape and visual impact assessment
- Noise and vibration
- Archaeology and cultural heritage
- Transport, traffic and access
The planning applications have been lodged under the following application numbers:
Fenland District Council - F/YR11/0113/
South Holland District Council - H19-0081-11
A temporary meteorological mast has been on site since May 2010 and site wind speeds have been measured since then, proving that the site has sufficient wind for a successful wind farm.
Downloads
| Document | Download PDF | Size MB |
|---|---|---|
| Non-technical Summary of the environmental impact assessment | Download | 30.6 |
| Exhibition board - The Proposal | Download | 3.0 |
| Exhibition board - Proposed Layout | Download | 0.8 |
| Exhibition board - Noise Assessment | Download | 0.45 |
| Exhibition board - Visualisations 1 | Download | 2.0 |
| Exhibition board - Visualisations 2 | Download | 0.3 |
| Exhibition board - Visualisations 3 | Download | 0.3 |
| Project Leaflet | Download | 2.9 |
* Stated figure is calculated using a capacity factor of 25.5%, taken from 'Energy Trends', (DECC, September 2010). Average household energy usage taken from 'Sub-national authority electricity consumption statistics' (DECC, 2010).
Capacity Factor: A constant which takes into account the intermittent nature of wind, the availability of wind turbines and array losses (energy lost due to 1 turbine being in the wake of another) compared to the full load plate rating of the generator.
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