Railpen, one of the largest pension managers in the United Kingdom, and GreenPower, a Scottish independent renewable-energy business, have joined forces to codevelop the 66-megawatt Barachander onshore wind project in North Argyll, Scotland.
This latest investment initiative extends the existing partnership under which Railpen and GreenPower are co-owners of the 46-megawatt operational Carraig Gheal Wind Farm. Situated close by, Barachander is described as the “sister” project to the Carraig Gheal wind farm and is currently at the preplanning consultation stage, with the intention of submitting a planning application later this year.
The Barachander development will be located within an upland area next to an existing hydroelectric scheme. The area already hosts a major commercial forestry plantation, and the wind farm will keyhole into it. Between nine and 11 mid-range modern standard efficient wind turbines at up to 180 meters (590 feet) tall are planned for the