Local Benefits

Economy
One of the significant benefits of a new renewable energy project is the effect on employment and economic activity in the local area during construction.

Whilst we must follow current legislation and go through a competitive tender process for each part of the works, it is normal to expect that local suppliers and contractors with appropriate skills would be well placed to win some of these contracts.

RWE npower renewables actively encourages local businesses to come forward and identify areas of expertise that would be of value to us.

Recent experience during the construction of the Farr Wind Farm, near Inverness, shows that a quarter of the construction spend could stay in Scotland.

Community
RWE npower renewables has delivered a range of community benefits in association with its operating wind farm. These measures benefit those communities living closest to each wind farm, and have to date included; energy efficiency schemes, school education programmes, local event sponsorship, equipment for schools, youth clubs and sports clubs, and repair works to village halls and other community buildings.

To find out more about our work with communities visit our Community webpages.