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CONSULTATION

Welcome to the consultation page for the proposed turbine repowering and installation of a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at Cononsyth Farm, Angus, DD11 3SA.

Consultation Events

We are hosting two in-person public consultation events at Colliston Village Hall.

Event one: 25 August 2026, 3-7 pm
Event two: 14 September 2026, 3-7 pm

These events allow the local community to understand the proposal and ask any questions you may have.

What is the project?

The proposed development is a turbine repowering of an Enercon E33 with an Enercon E53 – and the installation of a BESS at Cononsyth Farm.

WHY?

The existing turbine no longer meets the farm's needs, given growing energy demands and broader economic pressures. Repowering will significantly increase their energy output by 147%. The addition of the BESS will store energy generated by the turbine, allowing the farm to use it when demand is highest, maximising the use of renewable energy. Other benefits of the project include:

  • Reduce carbon emissions by 413,000 kg annually
  • Support 15 jobs
  • Support Angus Council’s declared climate emergency

Message from the farm

We are a family-run agricultural business, proud to be part of the local community. With fluctuating energy costs and increasing operational expenses, farming has become much more challenging.

Things are also changing on the sustainability front. With farming evolving, we want to become a more resilient and sustainable business. The proposed turbine repowering and BESS ensure the renewable energy output meets the needs of the farm, allowing for continued success.

WHO'S INVOLVED?

Cogeo Planning & Environmental Services Ltd

Consultants providing planning and environmental assessments. 

Cononsyth Farms Limited

Local agricultural business owned and operated by the Dowell family with core arable farming activities.

WHAT'S CHANGING?

We’re proposing a modern three-blade turbine to replace the existing turbine. These two turbines are similar in appearance. The hub height is the same, but the new model has a modest 10 metre increase in overall tip height. These changes will make a significant difference to performance, with a 147% increase in renewable energy generation.

Alongside the turbine, a BESS will be installed. This acts as a battery for the turbine, storing up to 20MW of electricity generated by the turbine. The stored energy can then be supplied when the farm requires, providing them a more reliable supply of renewable energy.

Turbine Specifications

SpecificationExisting turbineProposed Turbine
Turbine Typology
Enercon E33

Enercon E53

Hub Height
50 m

50 m

Tip Height
66.7 m

76.5 m

Rotor Diameter
33 m

53 m

Energy Output
330 kW

800 kW

Turbine Foundations
15 m diameter

20 m diameter

Duration of Operational Life
-

35 years

Colour
Light Grey

Light Grey

On-site Access
Existing track to turbine

Extension of existing track and proposed hard standing to turbine

BESS Specifications

SpecificationDetail
Number of Storage units
10
Battery Capacity
20 MW
PCS Control Units
5
Duration of Operational Life
35 years (coinciding with turbine)

Impact on Nearby Properties

It is very important to us that this proposal respects people who live nearby. Protecting residential amenity is one of our top priorities with any project. The proposed turbine has been carefully sited to avoid any issues with noise or shadow flicker. We have carried out detailed assessments to ensure the turbine complies with strict industry standards and gives peace of mind to nearby neighbours.

The BESS will be sited in a discrete location, screened by existing infrastructure and vegetation to have minimal visual impacts. Our team will conduct a noise assessment to demonstrate that there is no significant impact on nearby homes. This assessment will be in accordance with high standards set out by the British Standards Institution.

What stage is the development at?

Angus Council has been informed of this development with a Proposal of Application Notice submitted on the 31st of July, 2026. Cogeo is now working on relevant assessments for the full planning submission, which we intend to submit by the end of October 2026.

Project Documents

Location Plan
View Location Plan

FAQs

Will it be noisy?

No. We understand that noise is a significant concern in quiet rural areas like this. We have carried out detailed assessments to affirm the noise level remains within standards.

What will it look like?

The proposed turbine is slightly larger, by around 10 metres. To ensure that you can visualise what this looks like within the landscape, a full Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment will be carried out. View the visualisations above to understand what it will look like.

What about the wildlife?

A preliminary ecological appraisal has confirmed that the proposed turbines will not have a significant effect on local habitats or wildlife. As part of the project, precautionary measures will be put in place to protect nesting birds and bats, minimising any potential disturbance.

What happens in extreme weather?

The turbine is designed to automatically shut down during extreme wind speeds. This is a standard safety feature that protects people or property from danger.

Will construction impact traffic?

The turbine components will be delivered outside of peak traffic periods to make sure that local road users aren’t significantly affected. A detailed Transport Management Plan will be prepared in advance, setting out approved delivery routes, traffic management measures and delivery timings. The routes will be carefully assessed to assure they are suitable for transporting the components safely while minimising disruption to the local community.

We want to hear from you

Our consultation process keeps neighbours informed and involved in the project’s progress. If you have any questions, comments or feedback about this proposal, we’d love to hear from you.

Please complete the form below. The project team will track the comments and respond as required.

Thank you for your interest in the Cononsyth Farm repowering and BESS project.

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