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Dales Divide: Wind Farm Plans Spark Fury
7 May
Summary
- 23 turbines proposed for Stang Forest, Yorkshire Dales edge.
- Developers claim 135,000 homes powered by green energy.
- Critics call the plan 'devastating industrialisation' of moorland.
Plans for the Hope Moor Wind Farm, proposed for the Stang Forest near the Yorkshire Dales, have been met with strong opposition. Fred. Olsen Renewables (FORL) intends to install 23 wind turbines, which they project could generate enough electricity for approximately 135,000 homes. The company emphasizes the project's role in meeting UK climate targets and enhancing energy security.
FORL states the development would also bring local investment and environmental benefits, including a community fund and habitat restoration. However, the Hope Moor Wind Farm Action Group has strongly criticized the proposal, labeling it as "devastating industrialisation" and a threat to the landscape and wildlife. A public consultation is currently open for residents and community groups to voice their opinions.
The developers aim to gather local views to shape more detailed plans, with a second consultation phase expected later this year. A development consent order application is anticipated in 2027. Several public drop-in events are scheduled across local venues in the coming weeks.
