SITES, SITING &
INFRASTRUCTURE OVERVIEW
ENERGY companies own and operate through careful project planning and
significant assets across the country in both construction. The approach is to carefully
urban and rural areas. work within environmental limits and bring
Infrastructure including power stations, about improvements where opportunities
windfarms, substations and overhead lines arise.
are often clearly visible to communities. It is important that communities trust us
Responsible planning, that considers all to care for the land and respect the
the impacts of new energy projects on the environment, as their cooperation is vital
environment and society, is fundamentally in planning successful projects. Energy
important, along with extensive, open companies in turn must work hard to
dialogue with stakeholders to identify maintain that trust by demonstrating a
and resolve or mitigate any issues. responsible approach in the planning,
We recognise that our installations can development and operation of their assets.
adversely affect the environment and For more information click here:
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