Kellystown Wind Farm

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Kellystown Wind Farm is a proposed c.30MW project in an area approximately 8km north of Drogheda town.

Following earlier rounds of public consultation, we have refined our plans, and the project could consist of up to five turbines and power c.22,000 homes. The proposed site is located within an area of elevated ground of an east-to-west orientated ridge known as ‘Carnanbreaga’.

The project team is currently gathering wind data and mapping the environmental constraints on site which will be used to create a preliminary wind turbine layout. Detailed environmental studies will also be carried out at the site, including ecology, noise, landscape and visual assessments. The results of these studies, together with feedback gathered in consultation with local communities, will be used to determine the final wind farm layout and number of turbines.

EDF Renewables Ireland intends to submit a planning application and an Environmental Impact Assessment Report in support of the project to the relevant authority in Q2 2024.

Subject to planning permission, the wind farm could be constructed and operational by 2028. A Community Benefit Fund commensurate with the size of the final project will be established to provide funding for local community initiatives and activities.

We welcome your feedback on our proposals and encourage you to contact us with any questions, concerns or comments by emailing the project team at kellystownwindfarm@edf-re.ie

* SEAI Energy in Ireland Report, December 2020, Section.7.3.1, Table.33