Dunoon 132kV Substation Replacement

Pre-Application Consultation Event

We are pleased to be hosting a pre-application consultation event for our proposed Dunoon 132kV Substation Replacement project.

During our drop-in event you will be able to view further information about our proposed works, meet the team, ask questions, and share feedback ahead of our second public event.

The event will be held on:

Date: Tuesday 17 March

Time: 2-7pm

Venue: Dunoon Burgh Hall, 195 Argyll Street, Dunoon, PA23 7DD

This venue has disabled access. For any other accessibility requirements please get in touch.

During our drop-in event you will be able to view further information about our proposals, meet the team, and ask questions. We encourage all members of the local community and all interested parties to attend the event.

Any comments made to us as the Applicant are not representations to Argyll and Bute Council as the planning authority. There will be opportunity to make formal representations to the planning authority following the submission of the planning application.

If you are unable to attend the public event all the material that will be on display will be available to be downloaded on the Documents section of this site.

Please let us know if you require information in an adapted format such as paper copy, large print or braille and we will work with you to accommodate your preferences. We are happy to accommodate all reasonable requests for adapted communications.

For further information please contact the Community Liaison Manager: Martha Smart Martha.E.Smart@sse.com.

About the Project

The Dunoon 132kV substation project proposes the construction of a new 132/33kV Grid Supply Point (GSP) substation at a new site in proximity to the existing Ardnadam (Dunoon) substation.

3D Visualisations of the Project

This video, which has been designed by specialist company 3DW, allows viewers to see a visualisation of the proposed Dunoon 132kV substation when travelling along the A885, alongside an aerial view from the road.

Why is the Project Required?

The existing  Grid Supply Point (GSP) substation has been in operation since 1971 and is now reaching the end of its operational capabilities. As an aging asset, it no longer meets current engineering standards. For this reason, the existing Ardnadam substation requires to be replaced.

Community Engagement

Throughout the life of our projects, we aim to work positively with local communities and keep people informed about what we are doing. This is particularly important when we are developing a proposal and we want to understand what local people think about our plans.

We endeavour to take the time to discuss proposals with local community councils, encourage engagement from the wider community and listen to the feedback we receive.

We will do our best to answer any questions and address issues or concerns that are raised with us.

When our project progresses into construction, we will continue working closely with the local community to ensure that our work has as little impact on the lives of those living and working in the area and as many long term positive effects as possible.

How we’re embracing artificial intelligence (AI)
We intend to use AI to assist our experienced teams in the analysis of your feedback, so we can categorise key points raised more quickly. You can learn more about how we’re utilising AI on this dedicated web page.