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SSE brings first new turbine online in £80 million Lochay hydro upgrade

By Public Technologies
  • SSE returned the first new turbine generating unit to commercial operation under its £80 million refurbishment of Lochay Power Station in Perthshire.
  • The refurbishment will extend the 45MW station's operating life by at least 40 years, improving efficiency and output.
  • Unit 1 resumed generation in late September following its April 2025 shutdown; both units will be available for commercial operation over winter.
  • The station will shut in spring 2027 for Unit 2 refurbishment, including installation of the second new turbine generating unit.
  • Completion is expected in 2028, supporting modernization of the hydro fleet to maximize renewable generation from existing assets.


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