An Essex-based developer of airborne wind energy systems is re-locating to Dumfries-shire after gaining planning approval for its kite-driven generators by the Scots local authority. Kite Power Solutions now plans to start test flights at the former RAF base at West Freugh, starting next year with a 500kW system, followed by a 3-MW system in 2019. Its technology sees two kites tethered to spool drums and as they fly they turn the drums to produce electricity.
Scottish Energy News 14th July 2016 read more »