ERG has announced the commissioning of the Corlacky wind farm in Northern Ireland, with a total capacity of 47.3 MW. This park consists of eleven Vestas V117 turbines, each offering a capacity of 4.3 MW. The site adds to ERG’s portfolio of wind assets in the United Kingdom, marking a step in the company’s expansion strategy in the renewable energy market.
Technical characteristics and expected output
The Corlacky wind farm is expected to produce around 176 GWh per year, which corresponds to approximately 3,750 full-load equivalent hours. According to data provided by ERG, this production matches the annual consumption of more than 55,360 households in the United Kingdom. The company has signed a long-term Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) to secure the sale of electricity and Renewable Energy Guarantees of Origin (REGOs), certifying the renewable origin of the generated power.
Installed capacity and strategic investments
With the commissioning of the Corlacky site, ERG now reaches a total wind capacity of 340 MW in the United Kingdom. The project benefits from favourable wind conditions, supporting the choice of location to optimise output. Paolo Merli, Chief Executive Officer of ERG, stated that “the commissioning of the Corlacky wind farm confirms the Group’s solid growth and strengthens its presence in the British market.”
Industrial deployment and contract stability
The use of Power Purchase Agreements reflects a strategy to secure long-term revenue streams and consolidate wind energy investments. Sector players thus continue to favour models based on stability and industrial value, while the additional capacity contributes to the structuring of the British market for electricity from renewable sources. According to ERG data, this site will prevent the emission of 66,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide each year.
