Devon offshore wind farm approval hailed as opportunity

Developers have said it is an "important moment" after a floating offshore wind project received full planning consent. White Cross, located 52km off the north Devon coast, will feature six to eight floating wind turbines, capable of powering about 135,000 homes, said developers Flotation Energy and Cobra. The decision to bring the electricity cable from the 100 megawatt project ashore at Saunton Sands sparked significant backlash over environmental damage, disruption to tourism, and increased heavy vehicle traffic. "In response to feedback, we have adapted our plans to minimise environmental and...