Economy
One of the significant benefits of a new renewable energy project is the effect on employment and economic activity in the local area during construction.
Whilst we must follow current legislation and go through a competitive tender process for each part of the works, it is normal to expect that local suppliers and contractors with appropriate skills will be well placed to win some of these contracts.
npower renewables actively encourages such local businesses to come forward and identify areas of expertise that would be of value to us.
Recent experience during the construction of the Farr Wind Farm, near Inverness, indicates that a quarter of the construction spend could stay in Scotland.
Community
npower renewables has delivered a range of community benefits in association with its operating wind farms. These measures benefit those communities living closest to each wind farm, and have to date included energy efficiency schemes, school education programmes, local event sponsorship, equipment for schools, youth clubs and sports clubs, and repair works to village halls and other community buildings.
A benefits package would be established by npower renewables in relation to the Ballindalloch Muir scheme following consultation with local representatives.
Local Benefits
