Overview
Route Consultation Events
Following our Route Consultation events in October 2024, our Route Selection Consultation Document is now available under the ‘Documents’ section of this webpage, and we would like to provide all interested parties with an additional opportunity to submit feedback on proposals at this stage of the project, ahead of our next consultation events due to take place in summer 2025.
We will be seeking any further comments and feedback from members of the public, statutory consultees and other key stakeholders regarding our proposals until 21 February 2025. Please submit your comments and feedback via the form linked at the top of this page or by emailing or writing to your Community Liaison Manager.
About the Project
Subject to planning consent, SSEN Transmission are required to connect the Tomchrasky Wind Farm to the transmission network. To facilitate this, we are proposing to construct a new single circuit 132kV overhead line from the Tomchrasky Wind Farm Substation to the new Bingally Substation. Under our Network Operator’s License, this connection should be efficient, coordinated and economic, whilst having the least possible impact on the environment.
The proposal is a single circuit 132kV trident pole arrangement to support the overhead line running over a distance of approximately 22 kilometers in length.
A number of new permanent and temporary access tracks will also be required. The average height of the trident poles is 10-18 meters, with an average span of between 75–100 meters.
At times during construction, traffic management will be required, and consultation will be undertaken on this in due course.
Route options we will be consulting on.
You can find out more about Bingally Substation by clicking on the project webage here.
Why is the Project Required?
By 2050, the north of Scotland is expected to need 40GW of renewable energy capacity to help deliver net zero. Today, our region has just 8GW of renewable generation connected to the network.
At SSEN Transmission, it is our role to build the energy system of the future. We’re investing £10 billion into our region’s energy infrastructure, powering more than ten million UK homes and 20,000 jobs, 9,000 of which will be here in Scotland.
As the transmission licence holder in the north of Scotland, we have a duty under Section 9 of the Electricity Act 1989 to facilitate competition in the generation and supply of electricity. We have obligations to offer non-discriminatory terms for connection to the transmission system, both for new generation and for new sources of electricity demand.
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.
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Tomchrasky Wind Farm Connection – Route Consultation
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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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Tomchrasky Wind Farm Connection – Route Consultation
Following our Route Consultation events in October 2024, our Route Selection Consultation Document is now available under the ‘Documents’ section of this webpage, and we would like to provide all interested parties with an additional opportunity to submit feedback on proposals at this stage of the project, ahead of our next consultation events due to take place in summer 2025.
We will be seeking any further comments and feedback from members of the public, statutory consultees and other key stakeholders regarding our proposals until 21 February 2025. Please submit your comments and feedback via the form linked at the top of this page or by emailing or writing to your Community Liaison Manager.
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Route Consultation Events
We would like to thank all members of the local community and interested parties who took the time to attend the Tomchrasky wind farm connection consultation events in October 2024 and provide feedback.
The consultation period for the routeing stage of this project has now closed. Our next public consultation event is planned for summer 2025, where we will share the alignment proposals for the wind farm connection and seek further feedback. -
Route Consultation Events
Route Consultation Events
We would like to thank all members of the local community and interested parties who took the time to attend the Tomchrasky wind farm connection consultation events on 29th and 30th October 2024 where we presented our route options proposals for this connection.
We will be seeking comments and feedback from members of the public, statutory consultees and other key stakeholders regarding our proposals until 11 December 2024. Submit your comments and feedback via the feedback form at the top of this page or by emailing or writing to your Community Liaison Manager.
If you were unable to attend the public event you can also download the consultation booklet that was on display from the Project Documents section of the website. -
Public Consultation Events
PROJECT UPDATE
Public Consultation Events
We are hosting public consultation events to gain views and feedback on our routeing options for the Tomchrasky Wind Farm Connection overhead line (OHL).
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 29 October 2024 – 4-7:30pm – Cannich Hall, Cannich, Beauly, IV4 7LJ
Wednesday 30 October 2024 – 2-7pm – Glenmoriston Millenium Hall, Invermoriston, IV63 7YJ
Documents
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Tomchrasky WF Connection Route Selection Consultation Document.pdf
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- 31 January 2025
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- 4.4 MB
This Route Consultation Document (and associated appendices/maps) explains the project need and summarises the process which has been followed to arrive at the optimal route. It forms part of the consultation exercise which provides all interested parties with the opportunity to provide feedback.
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Tomchrasky WF Connection Route Options Consultation Booklet.pdf
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- 14 October 2024
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- 10 MB
This Route Consultation Booklet (and associated appendices/maps) explains the project need and summarises the process which has been followed to arrive at the optimal route. It forms part of the consultation exercise which provides all interested parties with the opportunity to provide feedback.
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