The drive towards Net-Zero energy requires swathes of electrical infrastructure upgrades across the country to form a network that will support the increased demand for electricity. Historically, energy was generated from a few large power stations, in the future most of this energy will be generated in rural locations. The nature of the electrical lines […]
Category Archives: Renewable Energy and Storage
Estate Management, Renewable Energy and Storage, Utilities and Infrastructure Projects
Case Study: Successfully supporting Kettlehill Farm on Utilities projects
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Apr
Apr
Situated in the picturesque region of East Dunbartonshire is Kettlehill Farm; a family-owned multigenerational farm with significant land holdings specialising in beef, sheep, and arable farming. The family-farm has been a loyal client of D&R for decades and have trusted Ian Austin and his team to provide advice on a wide range of Utilities, Energy […]
16
Apr
Apr
Several renewable companies have terminated fixed price contracts awarded by the UK Government relating to onshore energy projects output prices, sparking concern that renewables development has peaked. This is not the case, renewables developers are hungry for more sites across Scotland and they are also prospecting for onshore wind sites in England. So, energy development […]
Renewable Energy and Storage, Rural Valuations, Utilities and Infrastructure Projects
Alasdair Allan, January promotion for dynamic young Land Agent at Davidson & Robertson
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Jan
Jan
Alasdair Allan, Land Agent at Davidson & Robertson (D&R), has been promoted to Senior Associate in recognition of his utility work responsibilities. Alasdair joined D&R, the firm of rural surveyors and consultants, three years ago, and now acts as Land Agent focusing on infrastructure and utility work. His promotion to Senior Associate recognises the experience […]
Estate Management, Forestry, Natural Capital, Renewable Energy and Storage, Rural Lettings, Rural Sales, Rural Valuations, Utilities and Infrastructure Projects
Davidson & Robertson becomes NFU Scotland Utilities & Infrastructure Affinity Partner
22
Nov
Nov
D&R launch new utilities & infrastructure helpline for NFUS members Through our new Affinity Partnership with NFU Scotland, Davidson & Robertson will be supporting NFUS members when statutory undertakers like Scottish Power, Scottish Water, or Network Rail need to do work on their land. We’ll help members understand their rights and what can be claimed […]
Renewable Energy and Storage, Utilities and Infrastructure Projects
5 ways green energy could make more money from your land
22
Nov
Nov
The move to green energy in Scotland will impact almost all farmers, even those whose land isn’t suited to turbines or solar panels. The National Planning Framework 4 (NPF4) sets out guidance resulting in a general assumption in favour of planning being granted for the renewable developments that result in more green energy production which […]
Renewable Energy and Storage
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) – amnesty means demand for sites is high
13
Nov
Nov
There has been an amnesty for developers wishing to cancel or reduce their grid capacity applications for grid connection projects that have stalled. It means grid capacity has become more readily available, leading to increased demand from developers for suitable sites – and more approaches to landlords and tenants. BESS storage sites remain a profitable […]
Renewable Energy and Storage, Utilities and Infrastructure Projects
Pipeline and pylons – A case study of utility claims for long-running projects
08
Nov
Nov
NFUS member Mr Robert Barr, from East Kinleith Farm, Currie engaged D&R to support the business during a Scottish Water project to install a new pipeline through their farm. The main issues faced have been damage to and loss of crops, poor reinstatement of both land and drainage, loss of yield from crops in subsequent […]
