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Bowdun offshore wind farm

Bowdun offshore wind farm is a 1.00 GW wind farm located in Scotland, United Kingdom. The facility is currently at the pre-construction stage, with a targeted start date of 2032.

1.00 GWCapacity (all phases)
Pre-constructionStatus
2032Start year
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Overview

Technology: Offshore hard mount.

Ownership: Thistle Wind Partners (TWP).

Why it matters

  • If completed, it would add 1.00 GW to United Kingdom's wind fleet — equivalent to 3.3% of today's operating wind capacity.
  • Wind output varies with weather, so large wind farms depend on transmission capacity and system flexibility to deliver their power to demand centres.

Location

Location is approximate. Imagery © Esri, Maxar, Earthstar Geographics

Frequently asked questions

What is the capacity of Bowdun offshore wind farm?

Bowdun offshore wind farm has a capacity of 1.00 GW according to the latest Global Energy Monitor data.

Who owns Bowdun offshore wind farm?

Thistle Wind Partners (TWP).

Where is Bowdun offshore wind farm located?

It is located in Scotland, United Kingdom. Approximate coordinates: 56.7897, -1.1874.

When is Bowdun offshore wind farm expected to start?

Start year: 2032. Current status: Pre-construction.

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