The second phase of statutory consultation for the 3GW Scottish floating wind project MarramWind will start shortly.
The consultation kicks off on Monday 7 October with an online Q&A session (6pm-7pm), followed by the launch of a virtual exhibition on Wednesday 9 October, which will run throughout the consultation period.
Public drop-in sessions will also take place in the Peterhead area on Tuesday 29 and Wednesday 30 October.
There will be a second online Q&A session on Thursday 7 November (6pm-7pm) before the consultation closes on Tuesday 19 November.
MarramWind Project Director Richard Eakin said: “Since the first round of consultation closed in early July, we’ve been reviewing all the feedback received and it’s great to be coming back to Aberdeenshire so soon.
“We’re committed to being a good neighbour and responsible developer, so that local input and insight is invaluable as we shape and refine our proposals for bringing this exciting clean energy project to life.
“For example, alongside technical and environmental considerations, stakeholder feedback has helped rule out some of the potential locations we were considering for onshore infrastructure.
“It’s also informed our ongoing discussions with other developers about opportunities for collaboration as well as those with schools and education providers about how we engage and attract the local green workforce of the future.
“This project could make a real difference for the north-east – providing a great green generation boost as well as delivering investment, jobs and supply chain growth.
“Please take part in our consultation whether you were involved in stage one and want to find out what changes we’ve made or whether you’re coming to the project for the first time. We look forward to hearing from you.”
A joint ScottishPower and Shell project, MarramWind is to be located 75km off the north-east coast of Aberdeenshire.