About Moyle Interconnector Capacity Increase Project
What is the Moyle Interconnector Capacity Increase Project?
The Moyle Interconnector is a high-voltage direct current (HVDC) link between Scotland and Northern Ireland, running between Auchencrosh in Ayrshire and Ballycronan More in County Antrim. To ensure that the growing needs of electricity consumers throughout Northern Ireland can be met, it has been identified that there is a need to increase the capacity of the Moyle Interconnector’s connection to the grid to improve its efficiency.
Through increased connectivity with the GB grid, this project will bolster security of supply to meet rising levels of consumer demand in the context of population growth and the increased decarbonisation of heating and transport which we expect to accelerate in the coming years. It will also help to support the delivery of Northern Ireland’s climate action targets.
We are moving forward with plans which include:
- Connecting Ballycronan More Converter Station to Ballylumford Power Station through two new underground cables
- Removal of a small section of existing 275 kV drop down conductors which currently feed into Ballycronan More Converter Station from two existing towers
- Re-establishing the small section of 275 kV overhead line (OHL) between the two existing towers next to Ballycronan More Converter Station
The maps below represent the area which will be affected by the works required for the Moyle Interconnector Capacity Increase project:
At this stage of consultation, we are seeking feedback from members of the public, including local residents, elected representatives and key stakeholders. We know that no-one knows an area better than those who live and work in it, which is why this feedback is so valuable.
There are many ways to get involved and provide feedback. These include:
Making an online submission
Provide written feedback by registering for a free account on this platform and make a submission using the link opposite. All submissions will be published for sharing ideas and information on this consultation.
Attending our consultation day
Members of the project team will be able to discuss the proposed plans of the project with you at our public consultation event:
Larne Golf Club, 54 Ferris Bay Rd, Islandmagee, Larne BT40 3RT
Wednesday 16th October 2024 from 2 – 8pm
By email
You can email your submission to us at info@soni.ltd.uk
By post
Write your own submission and post it back to us at ‘Moyle Interconnector Capacity Increase Project’, SONI Ltd, Castlereagh House, 12 Manse Road, Belfast, BT6 9RT
We welcome your feedback until Friday 6th December 2024.