Boralex strengthens its strategy in the UK with the acquisition of the Sallachy wind project

Boralex has acquired the Sallachy wind project in the Scottish Highlands. This operation is part of the company's development strategy in the UK, with an installed capacity of 50 MW planned for 2028.

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Boralex, a key player in the renewable energy sector, is continuing its development in the UK with the acquisition of the Sallachy wind project, located in the Scottish Highlands. This project, currently under development, plans the construction of nine wind turbines with a height of 149.9 meters at the blade tip. The total installed capacity of the park is estimated at 50 MW. Once operational, the park is expected to supply renewable electricity to part of the region.

The transaction was completed with WKN, a subsidiary of the German group PNE, specializing in the development of wind projects. The project obtained planning permission in April 2022, and grid connection is scheduled for 2028. The expected operating period of this park is estimated at 30 years, with a potential significant contribution to the region’s energy transition.

Strengthening Boralex’s presence in the UK

This acquisition is part of Boralex’s strategy to expand its operations in the UK, a growing market for onshore wind. In addition to the Sallachy project, the company has recently completed other acquisitions in the country, including the integration of Infinergy, a British renewable energy company. This expansion is also accompanied by the opening of a new office in Edinburgh, bringing the number of renewable energy professionals dedicated to this region to 23.

The UK is a key market for Boralex, with a current installed capacity in onshore wind of nearly 16 GW and forecasts of 30 GW by 2030. This project is part of the company’s roadmap, which aims to accelerate its deployment through strategic acquisitions and the completion of projects such as Limekiln, another 106 MW wind farm expected to be commissioned by the end of the year.

Boralex’s strategy in the energy transition

With this acquisition, Boralex strengthens its role in the UK’s energy transition. The UK has set ambitious targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and plans a massive increase in renewable energy production to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. The Sallachy project is expected to play a role in this effort, while supporting Boralex’s goals aligned with its 2025 strategic plan.

In recent years, Boralex has multiplied its investments in renewable energy, particularly onshore wind and energy storage systems. This approach allows the company to diversify its energy portfolio while contributing to the decarbonization of European energy systems.

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