Lewis Wind Power stated that it has conducted extensive environmental and economic studies for over six years and designed the development around these findings.
The wind farm developer also noted that during discussions with the Scottish government, it demonstrated that its proposal can be approved without violating European law.
Lewis Wind Power said that the proposed community ownership of up to 15% of the wind farm would also have provided sustained income to the local community to invest in further sustainable economic activity.
The company noted that it will consider the government’s response in detail before deciding on its next move.
