​A new wind farm now under construction in the south of Scotland is set to generate enough electricity to power 335,000 homes.

Located across Dumfries and Galloway and East Ayrshire, the Sanquhar II Community Wind Farm is set to be the fourth-largest UK onshore wind development, going live in August 2026. Developed by CWP Energy, the 44-turbine project has been nearly a decade in the planning and is expected to play a significant role in the transition to renewable energy.

Over its 40-year lifespan, the project is expected to bring more than £800 million in investment to the local area. An initial £400 million boost to the Scottish economy is anticipated during the construction phase, with hundreds of jobs to be created. Almost half of the construction workforce is expected to be recruited locally, further supporting nearby communities.

Sanquhar II had faced a delay in 2023 due to tax policy decisions made by the former UK government. However, following the decision by the current administration to drop plans for zonal energy pricing, the project has been able to proceed.

In addition to generating low-cost, home-grown electricity, the wind farm is projected to offset around 540,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions annually. It will also contribute to local authority rates, taxes and community benefit schemes.

The Scottish government has welcomed the development as a key part of its drive to expand onshore wind capacity, reduce emissions, and secure long-term economic benefits. The UK government has also endorsed the project, recognising Scotland's role in meeting national clean power goals and improving energy security.

With construction now under way, the site is currently averaging 100 personnel daily, with that figure expected to double as the project progresses. Local suppliers and contractors are being actively engaged wherever possible.