Tag: Wind turbine

EnergyPolicy

Corsock Renewable Energy Proposal Enters Third Appeal Phase Amid Local Opposition

Developers have submitted a third appeal to the Scottish Government for a proposed wind farm near Corsock. The project, now reduced to seven turbines, aims to address previous biodiversity and visual impact concerns while powering thousands of homes. Local community council opposition continues over tourism and landscape effects.

Third Appeal Filed for Corsock Wind Energy Project

Renewable energy developers have reportedly submitted a fresh appeal to the Scottish Government for a proposed wind farm near Corsock, marking the third attempt to secure approval for the project. According to reports, the latest application seeks permission for seven turbines after previous versions were rejected on landscape and environmental grounds.

by Darren Holt
ManufacturingTrade

UK Rare Earth Refinery Project Abandoned as Company Shifts Focus to US Market

A major UK rare earths refinery project has been cancelled after the company behind it reportedly received more attractive investment offers from the United States. The Saltend facility would have reduced Britain’s dependence on Chinese-dominated supply chains for critical minerals.

Strategic UK Rare Earths Project Cancelled

A planned rare earths refinery that would have given the United Kingdom a strategic foothold in the critical minerals sector has been scrapped, with the company instead focusing on development opportunities in the United States, according to reports. The Saltend project, which was announced with much fanfare in 2022 as part of the government’s Critical Minerals Strategy, would have processed minerals used in high-tech applications including electric vehicle motors, wind turbines, and robotics.

by Darren Holt