Fred Olsen Renewables has submitted a permit application for the Långhult wind farm in Sweden to the county administrative board of Jönköping.
The project is planned across two areas: Långhult in the north and Lunnarsbo in the south, comprising up to 20 wind turbines in total.
The Långhult area will include up to eight turbines, all within the Jönköping municipality, while the Lunnarsbo area will host up to 12 turbines, of which five are in the Jönköping municipality and seven in the Gislaved municipality. The turbines may reach a maximum height of 270 metres.
Planning has been ongoing for nearly three years and has involved assessments of natural environment, bird and wildlife, cultural heritage, and landscape impact. The process has also included dialogue with municipalities, authorities, organisations, and local communities.
An initial consultation was carried out between November 2023 and January 2024. An open exhibition was held at Norra Unnaryd community hall, giving residents and stakeholders the opportunity to raise questions and provide feedback. The responses have been compiled in a consultation report that forms part of the decision-making basis.
In a press release, Fred Olsen Renewables said: “A wind farm of this scale can generate positive local ripple effects. During the construction phase, there will be demand for contractors, transport, services, and accommodation – boosting activity for local businesses. In the operational phase, the wind farm will provide jobs in operation and maintenance, as well as increased municipal revenues through taxes and fees.
“While the main benefit of the project lies in climate impact and increased electricity production, local communities may also experience advantages through a more stable energy supply and new opportunities for business development.”