After extensive environmental studies and a review of the feedback collected during the early engagement carried out in late 2021, Pennant Walters has announced the launch of its statutory consultation on detailed proposals for Mynydd y Glyn wind farm in Rhondda Cynon Taf.
This is the second statutory consultation exercise that Pennant Walters has undertaken in the space of 5 months – the first being that for its wind farm proposals at Mynydd Carn-y-Cefn in Blaenau Gwent, which was held during the summer.
The RCT site is located three kilometres to the west of Pontypridd, adjacent to Pre-Assessed Area 9 for wind energy. The proposals include up to seven wind turbines with a maximum blade height of 180m and ancillary development including a substation and transformer housing, temporary construction compounds and site offices, crane pads and cabling, and access tracks.
Pennant Walters estimate that the wind farm will generate up to 30MW of electricity, which is equivalent to providing enough power to meet the annual electricity needs of approximately 15,376 homes. The wind farm has been designed with an operational life of 30 years, exporting renewable energy to the National Grid.
The Welsh company will also hold three public exhibitions to showcase the project and provide an opportunity for residents to discuss the proposals with members of the project team:
- 3pm – 7pm on Tuesday 8th November at The Factory, Porth
- 3pm – 7pm on Wednesday 9th November at St John’s Church, Graig
- 10am – 2pm on Saturday 12th November at Tonyrefail Community Centre, Tonyrefail
