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Strathy South

Under Construction208 MWChecked 6 October 2026Last changed in the dataset 11 September 2025

Technology
Onshore wind
Capacity
208 MW
Status
Under Construction
Operator or applicant
Scottish and Southern Energy (SSE)
Location
South of Strathy, Sutherland, Highland, United Kingdom
Planning authority
Scottish Government (S36)
Planning application
EC00003113
Appeal reference
WIN-270-2
Turbines
35, 200 m to tip

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  • 1 February 2009 Planning application submitted
  • 3 September 2014 Appeal lodged
  • 27 April 2018 Planning permission granted
  • 27 April 2018 Appeal granted
  • 1 June 2025 Construction started
  • 24 November 2027 Planning permission expired

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