Environmental Recklessness at Scotland’s Wind Farms: Company Admits to Fossil Fuel Use
Scottish wind farms have been using diesel generators, compromising the country's net zero emissions goal.
Scottish Power admitted that 71 of their wind turbines were connected to a fossil fuel source after a grid malfunction.
The company claimed the turbines were de-iced, but a confidential informant reported several environmental and health and safety issues.
The informant criticized rising energy costs and corporate greed, while South Scotland MSP criticized poor renewable energy site management.
Scottish Power Renewables, a subsidiary of Spanish firm Iberdrola, operates wind farms capable of generating electricity for two million homes.
The informant reported technical issues, environmental concerns, and safety concerns.
Scottish Power's chairman, Ignacio Galan, earned over £11 million in 2021, sparking criticism.
The company confirmed the use of diesel generators but emphasized that diesel was not generating electricity and the reliability of the turbines was 96% in 2022.
Despite being a leading producer of green electricity, Scottish Power faced criticism for excessive profits, a lack of transparency, and previous legal issues with its CEO.
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