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Arnish Moor

Operational3.9 MWChecked 6 October 2026Last changed in the dataset 2 February 2010

Technology
Onshore wind
Capacity
3.9 MW
Status
Operational
Operator or applicant
Arnish Electric Ltd / Farm Energy
Location
Nr Stornaway, Isle of Lewis, Western Isles, United Kingdom
Planning authority
Na h-Eileanan Siar
First operating
2006
Turbines
3

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  • 1 June 2001 Planning application submitted
  • 1 September 2001 Planning permission granted
  • 1 December 2006 Operational
  • 1 December 2006 Construction started

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