the proposal
Our proposal is for the development of a 400MW battery storage facility capable of storing and releasing enough energy to power approximately 120,000 homes and save 172,000 tonnes of carbon annually.
The proposal would comprise a number of containerised units to house battery energy storage systems and associated ancillary infrastructure. Each container will have the appearance of a standard metal ISO/shipping container and soundproofing measures will be implemented.
The containers would be supported by the following ancillary infrastructure: transformers/HV switchgear units, which would be installed on pads, control/storage containers and a communications cabinet, all of which would be finished in dark grey or green to match the containers.
about the public consultation process
Pre-application community consultation is intended to add value at the start of the development management process. The aim of this consultation is to engage the community and receive feedback which improves upon on the proposal.
Whilst there are no statutory pre-application consultation procedures for section 36 applications under the Electricity Act 1989, in accordance with the Energy Consents Unit Good Practice Guidance for Applications (July 2022), the applicant is expected to hold at least two public consultation events prior to submitting the application. The final public event should be held at least 14 days after the first public event.
key features of the proposal
Container dimensions
Containers will be approximately 12.16m (length) x 2.43m (width) x 2.6m (height). They will be They will be free standing and arranged in a fashion which makes most effective use of the space available whilst minimising potential impact on landscape and visual amenity. Example specs documents can be found above, exact details will be confirmed at a later date.
Traffic levels
Any traffic generated from the development would largely be associated with the construction phase, for which there are limited vehicle movements, restricted to only the delivery and installation of materials. Once operational the proposed development would be controlled remotely and it will only necessary for a maintenance engineer to visit the site on an occasional basis.
Application
The eventual application will be submitted to the Energy Consents Unit for the consideration of Scottish Ministers, and will be supported by a number of independent reports which will outline the impact of the development and how these can be mitigated against. This will include a Landscape and Visual Appraisal, an Ecological Appraisal and a Transport Assessment. These reports will be made available on this website upon publication.
the applicant
Apatura
Apatura (formally Green Power Consultants) are an expert renewable energy, planning and project management team with over a decade-long record in delivering renewable energy developments.
Apatura provide renewable energy expertise to manage projects from concept through to planning and construction, working with private businesses and individuals from home and across Europe. Our expert renewable energy, planning and project management team oversee the production of a suite of relevant technical documents to support and manage a project through the planning process.
Our consultancy expertise, which spans more than a decade, led to the company's formation as a means to work in partnership with our diverse client base. Our proven track record has delivered an impressive national portfolio of renewable energy developments.