RDES Completes Installation of 6kW Wind Turbine in Midlothian
Over the last 12 months, RDES has been working with EAE distribution- a specialist leaflet distribution company in Midlothian, to provide a turnkey installation of a 6kW wind turbine. Our team has been involved in this project right from the pre-feasiblity study phase, assisting to secure grant funding in February this year, and finally the installation of the turbine. On November 14th, the turbine is to be officially commissioned by Jim Mather MSP, Minister for Enterprise, Energy and Tourism.
The turbine is mounted on a 15 metre tower, to give it optimal exposure to wind above the surrounding buildings- as the site is located in a small industrial estate. Power generated from the turbine shall to be utilised on site, with excess exported back to the grid. Based on an estimated mean wind speed of 5.3m/s, the turbine is expected to generate approximately 12,000 kWh pa, equivalent to a savings of approximately £1,200 for the clients electricity bill each year.
RDES would like to thank EAE Distribution for the opportunity to be involved in the project; their enthusiasm for renewables made them a pleasure to work with.
