RWE is consulting on its proposals to build the 36MW Abertillery Wind Farm on the boundary between Torfaen and Blaenau Gwent in Wales.
The project, which is located between Abertillery and Abersychan, will consist of up to six turbines with maximum tip heights of up to 200 metres and could include battery storage on site as well.
The informal consultation runs from today (28 February) to 21 March, with in-person events at Abertillery and Abersychan.
This is the first opportunity for local people to have their say on the project and follows some earlier engagement with groups including elected representatives, councils and nearby landowners.
RWE said it will take this feedback from members of the public and other interested groups into consideration, before running a formal pre-application consultation later in the year.
The German developer added that it is has begun work on an environmental impact assessment and is keen to speak to local communities to learn what other considerations need to be made as its plans develop.
Over the coming months RWE will draft the Environmental Impact Assessment and continue engagement with communities in the area.
RWE has also invited Blaenau Gwent and Torfaen Councils to explore the possibility for shared or local ownership of the wind farm, which is where a local organisation or public body invests and receives a direct share of any profits.
RWE project manager Ollie Piper said: “The plans for the proposed Abertillery Wind Farm are at an early stage in development, and our intention at this initial public consultation is to share information with interested groups, and provide an opportunity for local people to speak with the project team.
“We will also be looking for feedback on the environmental and visual aspects of the project, as well as to hear what local people will want as part of a community benefits package.
“We believe that there is good potential on this site for a renewable energy project, which will help tackle climate change and secure energy supplies.”