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 […]
Category Archives: Renewable Energy and Storage
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 […]
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