| Description:
The proposed
development at Knockmore consists of 15 no. wind turbines,
65 metre hub height and 90 metre rotor diameter, which will
be situated on the eastern slopes of Knockmore Hill. The
windfarm is currently in Planning stage.
The Mayo Energy Agency commissioned a study into the creation
of a renewable energy facility on Achill Island, and this
study identified Knockmore as a suitable site, particularly
given that it was not the subject of any environmental designations.
The proposed farm will also have a community aspect. A percentage
of the revenues from the proposed farm will be held in trust
for the local community and all revenues from the farm will
be distributed in the local area to promote infrastructure,
enterprise and employment for the benefit of the local community.
Murray & Associates were involved in the project from
the outset, and the Practice handled all physical planning
aspects of the windfarm development. A key factor in the
development was the design of the siting layout for the
turbines. The use and effects of different colours was also
considered. The Practice also compiled and directed the
EIS and visualisation studies.
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