Amazon signs record 90MW onshore wind PPA in Scotland with Egg Power
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Zachary Skidmore
Summary
Amazon has signed a 90MW onshore wind Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Egg Power for the Chirmorie Wind Farm in Scotland, marking the largest onshore wind deal in the UK market. This represents the 50th renewable energy project Amazon has backed in the UK, including nine off-site wind and solar farms and 41 on-site solar installations across its logistics network. The project is currently under construction and expected to begin operations in 2028, with SP Energy Networks connecting it to the national grid via the Mark Hill Substation.
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bskyAmazon signs record 90MW onshore wind PPA in Scotland with Egg Powerdatacenterdynamics.comKey quotes
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The Chirmorie Wind Farm is a consented 90MW onshore wind project located approximately 5km (3.1 miles) southwest of Barrhill.
Construction is currently underway, with operations slated for sometime in 2028.
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