Major Scottish Power Line Project Reaches Regulatory Milestone Amid Development Push
Energy distributor SSEN Transmission has formally applied to Scottish ministers for approval of its 115-mile overhead power line connecting Beauly to Peterhead. The project represents a key component of the UK’s broader £22bn Pathway to 2030 energy infrastructure initiative, though it faces opposition from conservation groups concerned about environmental impacts.
Regulatory Submission for Major Energy Infrastructure Project
Energy distribution company SSEN Transmission has submitted a formal application to Scottish Government ministers for its proposed Beauly to Peterhead overhead power line project, according to reports from the company. The 115-mile (186km) transmission line would stretch from the Highlands to Aberdeenshire, forming a critical component of the UK’s broader £22 billion Pathway to 2030 infrastructure program.