SSE Renewables’ proposed 100MW Bhlaraidh Wind Farm Extension in Scotland has passed the scrutiny of Highland Council’s South Area Planning Applications Committee.
SSE has put forward plans for 18 additional turbines alongside the original 108MW site near Invermoriston, which was commissioned in 2017.
Following a recommendation from planning officers, the committee offered no objection, subject to the removal of three turbines from the plan.
A final decision on the planning application will now be taken by Scottish Government ministers.
SSE project manager, Craig Cunningham, said: “The Bhlaraidh Wind Farm Extension will make a significant contribution towards Scotland’s net zero goals, while providing new green jobs for local supply chain companies in the Highlands.
“The construction phase of the project will provide a considerable boost to the Highland economy and Bhlaraidh Extension, when operating, will be another milestone in the journey to a net zero future.”
SSE has a number of projects in development in the Scottish Highlands, including Cloiche Wind Farm, an extension at Achany and a further development at Strathy Wind.