RWE has announced the successful commissioning of the Camster II Onshore Wind Farm in Caithness, marking the completion of its first project in a current wave of Scottish developments. With a total capacity of 36 megawatts (MW), the 10-turbine site is now fully operational and capable of powering the equivalent of approximately 51,000 homes.

The project, which received consent in 2021, began construction in 2023 and first generated electricity in March 2026. Farrans served as the principal contractor, overseeing a project that prioritised local economic impact. During the construction phase, 54% of all subcontractors were appointed from within a 20-mile radius of the site, accounting for 56% of the total subcontract spend. Local firms involved included Gow Earthworks, GMR Hendersons, and John Gunn and Sons.

Camster II is the fourth RWE wind farm to enter operation in Caithness. The cluster approach is designed to provide economies of scale and long-term job security, with locally based engineers and experts now taking over the operations and maintenance of the facility.

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Sopna Sury, CEO RWE Renewables Europe & Australia, said: "By completing Camster II we've once again demonstrated RWE's expertise in delivering onshore wind farms, while creating meaningful value for local communities and economies. Each turbine that's turning is a visible sign of RWE's continued progress in onshore renewables and is a tremendous success for our teams on site, for the communities in Caithness and for Scotland's energy transition. My thanks go to everyone involved for achieving this milestone safely and efficiently."

Patrick Murray, Regional Director for Farrans, added: "We are delighted to see Camster II now supplying homes and contributing to our national renewable energy targets. Our extensive portfolio in delivering onshore wind farms and our long history of operations in Scotland meant that we were well placed to be the main contractor for RWE, a client we have developed an excellent longstanding relationship with."

Beyond energy generation, the project has delivered environmental and community benefits. A successful trial of an experimental peat reinstatement method earned recognition from Nature Scot, while local infrastructure was improved through the resurfacing of a core path and the installation of a new equestrian gate.

RWE's annual contribution to Caithness community funds will now exceed £580,000, with a new community benefits package for Camster II currently being developed in consultation with local stakeholders. To date, RWE has invested over £3.5 million in Caithness initiatives and educational support.

Camster II is the first of four RWE onshore projects in Scotland to be commissioned, with Strathy Wood, Enoch Hill, and Golticlay still under development. Farrans is continuing its partnership with RWE by supporting the construction of the 62.7MW Golticlay wind farm.