Englands Largest Onshore Wind Farm to Move Forward [Video]

Plans for England’s largest onshore wind farm will be submitted this week, in the first progress since the country’s Labour government removed the de facto ban Conservatives put in place nine years ago, reported The Guardian.

Independent renewable energy developer Cubico Sustainable Investments has submitted plans to build 21 wind turbines beside the Scout Moor wind farm to the north of Manchester.

“Our proposal for Scout Moor II reflects our strong confidence in the UK renewables sector and Britain’s potential to become a global clean energy powerhouse. We’re encouraged by the Government’s vision to accelerate the build out of renewable energy infrastructure across the country, and we are committed to delivering projects that decarbonise our power system, enhance energy security, and benefit local communities,” said CEO of Cubico David Swindin, in a press release from the company.

The 100-megawatt wind farm could be up and running by 2030, generating enough clean power for more than 100,000 homes …