Overview
About the Project
We are developing a project which will seek to create a joint connection between SSE Renewables Tangy IV Wind Farm and Belltown Power Cnoc Buidhe Wind Farm, both are located approximately 10km north-west of Campbeltown, in Argyll. The overall aim of our project is to connect these wind farms to the existing infrastructure at, or near Carradale substation.
Tangy IV and Cnoc Buidhe were originally two single circuit wood pole connections, both close to Lussa Loch and connecting at, or close to, Carradale. However, following an application by the developer to increase the output for the Cnoc Buidhe Wind Farm the required Transmission structure changed from an initial trident wood pole to a single circuit tower.
The project team have reviewed potential solutions for the connection of both wind farms from an engineering, environmental, land and cost perspective. The most efficient solution involves a shared use double circuit overhead line tower connection for both Tangy IV and Cnoc Buidhe wind farms.
This will mean that there will be one construction plan which will lessen the impact of the wind farm on the local environment and communities.
SSEN Transmission are proposing to construct a new 132 kilovolt (kV) connection with a combination of overhead line (OHL) and underground cables (UGC) between the Tangy IV Wind Farm and Cnoc Buidhe Wind Farm substations and the existing Carradale Grid Supply Point (GSP) - a distance of approximately 21.5 km.
The developer of Tangy IV Wind Farm has submitted an application to the Scottish Government under Section 36 of the Electricity Act 1989 and has been consented for a 100-megawatt (MW) Wind Farm. The Cnoc Buidhe Wind Farm are aiming to submit their S36 application in 2024. They have an indicative capacity of 198MW comprising up to 30 turbines. A connection date of May 2029 is currently planned for Cnoc Buidhe and April 2029 for Tangy IV.
Under the terms of Schedule 9 of the Electricity Act 1989, SSEN Transmission is therefore obliged to connect the Tangy IV Wind Farm and Cnoc Buidhe Wind Farm to the transmission network by the contracted connection date.
The proposed project would involve:
- Approximately 8.5km of an Underground Cable between the Tangy IV Wind Farm (5.5km) and Cnoc Buidhe Wind Farm (3km) substations through the proposed Cnoc Buidhe Wind Farm to the terminal overhead line connection point, north of Collusca Water.
- Approximately 13km of 132kV double circuit overhead line supported by steel lattice towers, from north of Collusca Water to northwest of Carradale Substation.
- Approximately 650m underground cable to the existing Carradale Substation.
- An extension to Carradale Substation to connect Tangy IV Wind Farm and Cnoc Buidhe Wind Farm to the grid whilst ensuring all protection equipment is installed in the event of a fault.
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.
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Project Updates
Project updates
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We're here to lend a helping hand
We are committed to supporting the communities in the north of Scotland where we operate, both now and in the future. As part of our ongoing efforts to make a difference and have a positive impact on local communities, we are proud to offer volunteering days to local groups and charities, particularly in the areas that host our electricity infrastructure or where our proposed projects are located.
This month, we’re excited to announce the launch of our new Volunteering Webpage, designed to make it easier for local communities to request volunteering support from us. To request our help, simply complete the ‘Volunteering Nomination Form’ linked at the bottom of our new webpage. Please note, as our team works on a voluntary basis, it may take us some time to coordinate our people and match them with opportunities. We kindly ask for your patience as we work to keep up with volunteering demand.
Thank you for considering SSEN Transmission as a partner in your community efforts. Together, we can leave a positive, lasting legacy and help transform communities across the north of Scotland.
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Feedback Period now closed
We would like to thank everyone that took the time to attend our recent in person consultation events in Glenbarr and Carradale. Our feedback period is now closed for this project. The project team are currently reviewing the feedback submitted and will start work on our report on consultation which will be published on this webpage therafter. If you have any questions relating to this project please get in touch with the project community liaison manager - Caitlin.quinn@sse.com -
Alignment Consultation September/October 2024
SSEN Transmission is holding a series of Public Consultation events to gain views and feedback on our alignment options for the Tangy IV Wind Farm and Cnoc Buidhe Wind Farm shared use 132kV connection project and the Carradale substation extension.
During this consultation event, you will be able to meet the project team and view information relating to the alignment options for Tangy IV Wind Farm and Cnoc Buidhe Wind Farm shared use 132kV connection project and the Carradale substation extension. Our consultants, 3D Webtech will will be assisting us at our consultation events with a 3D model. This portal containing visualisations will be available to attendees to interact with during the events to view the alignment options from different viewpoints.
We would encourage members of the local community and all interested parties to attend the events. The open-door drop-in face to face consultations will be held at the following locations;
Tuesday 24th September 2024
1.30pm − 6.30pm
Glenbarr Village Hall,
PA29 6UT
Wednesday 25th September 2024
1.30pm − 6.30pm
Carradale Village Hall,
PA29 6XTPlease let us know if you require any of our consultation 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
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Report on Routeing Consultation
SSEN Transmission completed the Routeing Consultation for the proposed Tangy IV Wind farm connection project between August and October 2022 which sought comments on the proposals, the approach to route selection, the analysis of Route Options and the identification of a Preferred Route.
The consultation process has confirmed that a combination of Route Options Route Options A2, B2 and C1 to be taken forward as the preferred option. Within which further study will seek to identify alignment options. If you wish to view our Report on Consultation it can be accessed via the project documents section of this webpage. Our Report on Consultation describes the key responses received and details the actions taken in response to the issues raised.
We are looking to hold our Alignment Consultation in Autumn 2023 and will be in touch with further information.
We would like to thank you for taking the time to respond to the Routeing Consultation and we look forward to ongoing engagement with you as we progress to the alignment stage.
In the meantime, if you have any queries, or wish to discuss anything further, please don’t hesitate to contact us directly via the dedicated project Community Liaison Manager, Caitlin Quinn on Caitlin.quinn@sse.com.We would like to thank you for taking the time to respond to the Routeing Consultation and we look forward to ongoing engagement with you as we progress to the alignment stage.
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Public consultation feedback period now closed
Our feedback period for this consultation is now closed. We would like to thank stakeholders who provided feedback to our consultation. We are currently reviewing all feedback and will be including it within our report on consultation. Once available, this report will be uploaded to the project documents section of this webpage. -
Public consultation feedback period has been extended
Our feedback period following our consultation events has now been extended. You can give us feedback via phone, email or by filling out one of our feedback forms by clicking the link below. You can submit feedback until the 28th of October thereafter our consultation period for this project will be closed. -
August 2022 Public consultations
Thank you to those who took the time to attend our in person consultation events on Tuesday 23rd and Wednesday 24th of August and our virtual consultation event on Thursday the 25th of August.If you were unable to make this our feedback period is still open you can give us feedback via phone, email or by filling out one of our feedback forms by clicking the link below. You can submit feedback until the 23rd September thereafter our consultation period for this project will be closed.
August 2022 Public consultations
SSEN Transmission are hosting both a face to face public consultation along with a virtual online consultation exhibition to gain views and feedback on our routeing options for both the Tangy IV wind farm connection project and the Earraghail wind farm connection project. We would encourage members of the local community and all interested parties to attend the events. The open-door drop-in face to face consultations will be held at the following locations; Tuesday 23 August 2022 2pm-7pm at Campbelltown Town Hall, PA28 6AB Wednesday 24 August 2022 2pm-7pm at Whitehouse Village Hall, Tarbert PA29 6XR If you are unable to attend the above in person consultations, the virtual online consultation will be held on: Thursday 25 August 2022 5pm – 7pm When the the link for the virtual consultation room is available it will be on the project overview page.
Documents
Project documents
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Tangy Cnoc Buidhe Alignment Maps.pdf
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- 11 September 2024
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- 32.9 MB
These maps provide information to our stakeholders about the alignment options within the project, produced 04 September 2024.
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Tangy Cnoc Buidhe Alignment Consultation Document.pdf
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- 11 September 2024
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- 2.9 MB
This Alignment Consultation Document (and associated appendices/maps) explains the project need and summarises the process which has been followed to arrive at the optimal alignment. It forms part of the consultation exercise which provides all interested parties with the opportunity to provide feedback.
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Tangy Cnoc Buidhe Alignment Consultation Brochure.pdf
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- 11 September 2024
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- 7.1 MB
This document provides information to our stakeholders about the project and was provided during our consultation in September 2024.
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Tangy IV Wind Farm Connection Report on Consultation - Route selection.pdf
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- 19 April 2023
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- 9.1 MB
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August 2022 consultation document.pdf
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- 26 October 2022
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- 6.5 MB
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August 2022 consultation document-figure-11.pdf
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- 26 October 2022
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- 6.4 MB
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August_September 2022 public consultation brochure.pdf
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- 26 October 2022
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- 7.3 MB
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