How will pumped storage scheme connect to National Grid?

Snowdonia Pumped Hydro Ltd (SPH) have obtained planning permission from Gwynedd Council for a 49.9MW pumped storage development at Glyn Rhonwy, and are now applying to double the capacity of the project to 99.9MW.

We are concerned that the development could result in new pylons blighting the iconic views of northern Snowdonia, and that there are currently no safeguards against this happening. We are also concerned about the potential impacts on access and local water bodies including Llyn Padarn.

As part of the application process SPH are required to consult on their plans. The Snowdonia Society has made several submissions to the developer’s consultation.

Read the full story, with links to our submissions