Final consultation on Dogger Bank Teesside sites opens

A consultation on the proposed offshore wind energy development at Dogger Bank will enter its final stage next week.

Maps, plans and other documents on the proposed development will by published on Monday following three years of work of onshore and offshore environmental and engineering surveys, along with technical assessment.

The Teesside A & B zones comprise two offshore wind farms that will connect via underground cables into the national grid at the existing Lackenby substation, in Redcar and Cleveland.

Two new converter stations are also proposed for the south-western corner of the Wilton Complex.

Forewind project manager Chris Nunn said it is the main opportunity for stakeholders, including the members of the public, to view and comment on the proposals before the consent application is submitted.

He said: “The aim of this consultation is to gather views and feedback on the proposals, and give those with an interest in the project another opportunity to influence the way Dogger Bank Teesside A & B is developed.”

Forewind’s consultation documents will be available to view at local libraries during the consultation period, and to download from www.forewind.co.ukalong with electronic feedback forms.

There will be three public events in November enabling stakeholders, in particular the community living or working near the proposed onshore cable route and converter stations, to learn all about the project and submit their comments. Forewind staff will be on hand to answer questions and discuss the proposals.

The events are at on Friday November 22 at The Hub, Esplanade Redcar between 2pm-7.30pm; Saturday November 23 at Lazenby Village Hall between 10.30am-4.30pm; and Monday November 25 at Zetland Park Methodist Church between 11am-6pm.

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