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West of Duddon Sands Wind Farm389 MW Wind

WindRenewableVerified: Feb 2026

The West of Duddon Sands Wind Farm, located in the United Kingdom at coordinates 53.9830° N and 3.4630° W, is a significant contributor to the nation’s renewable energy generation capacity. With a robust capacity of 389 MW, this offshore wind power plant is operated by a collaboration between Scottish Power Renewables and Orsted, formerly known as Dong Energy. The wind farm harnesses the strong and consistent winds of the Irish Sea, utilizing advanced offshore turbine technology to convert wind energy into electricity efficiently. As part of the UK's ambitious renewable energy strategy, the West of Duddon Sands plays a vital role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and supporting the transition to a low-carbon energy system. Its strategic location allows it to supply clean energy directly to the national grid, thus enhancing energy security and reliability for local communities and industries. The operational significance of this wind farm is underscored by its alignment with national energy policies that prioritize the expansion of renewable sources. The West of Duddon Sands Wind Farm not only exemplifies the potential of offshore wind energy but also contributes to the UK’s leadership position in the global renewable energy sector. As investment in clean energy continues to grow, this facility stands as a testament to the effectiveness of wind power in meeting future energy demands sustainably.

Capacity
389 MW
Commissioning Year
2012

14 years old

Owner
DONG Energy
Location
53.9830°, -3.4630°

United Kingdom, Europe

Context & rankings
  • 105. largest of 3,024 plants in United Kingdom
  • #5,387 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #66 of 5,731 Wind plants worldwide
  • 0.25% of the installed capacity of United Kingdom
Age & fleet comparison

14 years in operation

Wind fleet average: 14.4 years

Operator portfolio

DONG Energy operates 11 plants totalling 2,974 MW

Regional density

210 plants within 100 km, 19,331 MW combined

Nearest plant: Walney 1 (7.2 km)

Data provenance

Source: Wikidata

Location

Coordinates:: 53.983000, -3.463000
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Carbon Footprint

Zero Direct Emissions

West of Duddon Sands Wind Farm is a wind power plant producing approximately 1022 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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