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Humber Gateway is an influential wind power generation facility situated in the United Kingdom, ranked #136 among 3,024 power plants nationwide. With a capacity of 219 MW, it ranks as the 31st largest wind facility in the country, making a significant contribution to the UK’s renewable energy objectives. This facility contributes to roughly 0.14% of the UK's total installed capacity of 153,520 MW, where gas remains the predominant fuel source. Humber Gateway’s advanced wind turbine technology exemplifies the UK’s commitment to expanding its renewable energy portfolio, particularly in a region that has seen substantial investment in wind generation. The wind farm is strategically located near other prominent installations, such as the Triton Knoll Wind Farm, which boasts an impressive capacity of 857 MW, and the Race Bank Wind Farm, with 573 MW. This cluster of wind energy facilities enhances the overall reliability and efficiency of the regional grid, facilitating a more sustainable energy supply while lowering carbon emissions. The UK's energy landscape is characterized by an increasing shift toward renewables, driven by government policies and public demand for cleaner energy sources. Humber Gateway, operated by E.ON Humber Wind Ltd in partnership with Balfour Beatty Investments and Equitix, was commissioned to support this transition in 2014. As the world moves towards stricter climate targets, Humber Gateway is poised to play an essential role in the UK’s energy future, helping to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and supporting economic growth through green energy initiatives.

Capacity
219 MW
Commissioning Year
2015

11 years old

Owner
E.ON Humber Wind Ltd/ Balfour Beatty Investments and Equitix.
Location
53.3875°, 0.5006°

United Kingdom, Europe

Context & rankings
  • 135. largest of 3,024 plants in United Kingdom
  • #7,124 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #207 of 5,731 Wind plants worldwide
  • 0.14% of the installed capacity of United Kingdom
Age & fleet comparison

11 years in operation

Wind fleet average: 14.4 years

Operator portfolio

E.ON Humber Wind Ltd/ Balfour Beatty Investments and Equitix. operates 1 plants totalling 219 MW

Regional density

217 plants within 100 km, 25,751 MW combined

Nearest plant: Bambers (18.9 km)

Location

Coordinates:: 53.387500, 0.500600
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Carbon Footprint

Zero Direct Emissions

Humber Gateway is a wind power plant producing approximately 576 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
GasWindNuclearCoal
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