Galileo Empower has secured planning permission for its Craighead wind farm in Kinross-shire following an appeal to the Scottish government.
The eight-turbine project, located north of Carnbo, will operate for 40 years and could supply clean electricity to around 48,200 homes each year.
Three turbines will have blade tip heights of up to 180 metres and five will reach up to 200 metres.
Permission was granted in June 2025 after the Planning and Environmental Appeals Division upheld the company’s appeal following non-determination of the application by Perth and Kinross Council.
The project will displace up to 31,000 tonnes of CO₂ annually, equivalent to removing 22,240 cars from the road.
A biodiversity enhancement plan will also be implemented to deliver environmental gains alongside renewable generation.
Craighead wind farm is expected to deliver around £9.1m of local economic benefit and £33.7m across Scotland during construction and operation, creating up to 66 jobs in Perth and Kinross and contributing an estimated £24m in business rates over its lifetime.
The development includes a £10m community wealth fund to support local initiatives.
Galileo senior project manager Jason Morin said: “We’re delighted that Craighead wind farm has been granted planning permission, delivering secure, clean, homegrown energy.
“This decision marks a significant step forward in Scotland’s renewable energy journey, and we’re committed to ensuring that local communities and businesses share directly in the economic opportunities this project will create.
“We have engaged extensively with local communities on this project and are keen to maintain that engagement as we deliver investment, generate local jobs, boost the skills of our current and future workforce and deliver sustainable economic growth.”