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Clyde Wind Farm is a prominent wind power generation facility located in the United Kingdom, with geographic coordinates of 55.4416, -3.5427. With a capacity of 350 MW, this wind farm plays an essential role in the UK's commitment to renewable energy and reducing carbon emissions. Owned and operated by Scottish and Southern Energy (SSE) in partnership with Greencoat UK Wind, Clyde Wind Farm harnesses the power of wind through advanced turbine technology, contributing significantly to the national grid. The facility supports the UK's energy mix by providing clean and sustainable electricity, which is increasingly vital as the country aims to meet its ambitious climate targets. Wind energy is a cornerstone of the UK's energy policy, and Clyde Wind Farm exemplifies how large-scale renewable projects can effectively displace fossil fuel reliance. By converting wind energy into electricity, the plant not only contributes to energy generation but also enhances energy security for local communities, making it a crucial asset in the transition towards a greener energy future.

Capacity
350 MW
Commissioning Year
2012

14 years old

Owner
Scottish and Southern Energy (SSE)/ Greencoat UK Wind
Location
55.4416°, -3.5427°

United Kingdom, Europe

Context & rankings
  • 110. largest of 3,024 plants in United Kingdom
  • #5,633 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #72 of 5,731 Wind plants worldwide
  • 0.23% of the installed capacity of United Kingdom
Age & fleet comparison

14 years in operation

Wind fleet average: 14.4 years

Operator portfolio

Scottish and Southern Energy (SSE)/ Greencoat UK Wind operates 1 plants totalling 350 MW

Regional density

262 plants within 100 km, 11,145 MW combined

Nearest plant: Clyde Wind Farm Extension (Clyde 2) (7 km)

Location

Coordinates:: 55.441600, -3.542700
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Carbon Footprint

Zero Direct Emissions

Clyde Wind Farm is a wind power plant producing approximately 920 GWh of clean electricity per year with zero direct CO₂ emissions during operation.

Lifecycle emissions: ~11 g CO₂/kWh (manufacturing, transport, decommissioning)

Technical Details

Primary Fuel Type
Wind
Energy Source
Renewable
Country
United Kingdom
Continent
Europe
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

United KingdomEnergy Profile

3,024
Total Plants
155.3 GW
Total Capacity
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