Could solar and battery storage benefit Highland council?

Highland Council is exploring the potential of generating and storing its own power. The local authority believes solar and battery storage could bring widespread benefits to communities, and help it achieve climate change targets. Benefits also include the creation of work for local suppliers.

What are the benefits of Highland solar?

WHY: Solar energy is an abundant, sustainable source of zero-carbon electricity generation. Community Benefits: Once in operation, Highland Solar will be a significant new taxpayer in Highland County. Other community benefits include:

When will the Highland solar farm start construction?

The Highland Solar Farm, to be built in Highland County, is planned to begin construction in the third quarter of 2019. It will be a 300-megawatt solar farm, the largest ever developed in the state. Nashville-based Hecate Energy is responsible for its development.

Who is Highland renewables?

Highland Renewables is a strategic partner of Highland Tourism CIC in a world first partnership of tourism and renewables. Together they are driving a vision for the Highlands to become a world leading sustainable destination. Water and wind are only part of our story.

Does Highland Council have a renewable & low-carbon project?

Highland Council already has a number of other renewable and low-carbon projects. They include Hydro Ness, which generates electricity from the River Ness at Inverness using an Archimedes Screw. It also has plans for an air source heat pump system to warm Inverness Castle and neighbouring properties.

Can a Scottish Government grant help with solar PV & battery storage?

Councillor Trish Robertson, Chair of the Council’s Economy and Infrastructure Committee and the Climate Change Working Group, said: “This is an opportunity for Highland homeowners and private rented households to receive significant Scottish Government grant funding towards the installation cost of solar PV and battery storage.