Building Wind Energy, Powering Sustainable Communities
Project Overview - Key Facts
- The proposed project is a 6-turbine wind farm, with an overall height (tower plus blade) of 158 meters. The hub height (tower) is 90 meters.
- The project is situated on a 100-hectare site in the townland of Ballynisky, outside Coolcappa.
- The site is designated as ‘preferred’ for wind energy development by Limerick City and County Council, as outlined in the Limerick Development Plan 2022–2028.
- The distance between any dwelling and a turbine will be greater than four times the overall turbine height in line with the Draft 2019 Wind Energy Guidelines, resulting in a minimum distance of 632 meters (158 meters * 4). This is an increased distance in comparison with the 2006 Guidelines (minimum 500 meters).
- The wind farm aims to provide green energy equivalent to that of 18,000 households, contributing to offsetting 25,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions annually.
- A Community Benefit Fund, estimated at €2.25 million over the first 15 years, will be established for local projects. The fund will be administered by a locally elected committee.
- Ballynisky Green Energy guarantees that no shadow flicker will be experienced at any residence or local amenity.
- The project will comply with noise guidelines and relevant legislation.
- Ballynisky Green Energy is currently in the pre-planning consultation stage and plans to submit a planning application to Limerick City and County Council in 2025.
- Maps containing detail such as zoning, property setback and distance from proposed turbines are available to download here: https://ballyniskygreenenergy.ie/public-consultation/
- A dedicated community team is available to discuss the project details via email: info@ballyniskygreenenergy.ie or by phone on 061 975 200
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