Scotland is producing more clean, green energy than ever before, and we need to strengthen the transmission network so we can get it to the homes, schools and businesses that need it.
To help make this happen we need to build a new substation near Redshaw in South Lanarkshire, next to the existing 400kV overhead transmission line.
The new substation will help to increase network capacity and accommodate new connections to the network, helping to guarantee secure electricity supplies in future.
Our preferred site for the new substation is near the former Red Moss Hotel, on the opposite side of the B7078 road and next to the existing overhead line.
In June 2023 we consulted local people on our initial proposals, and since then we have continued talking to stakeholders and conducting technical and environmental studies.
We have now refined our plans and we are holding a second round of public consultation in March and April 2025 so local people can give us their views.
Following the consultation we will develop a detailed design for the substation layout, including locations for equipment, buildings, access routes and landscaping.
We plan to submit a planning application under the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997 (as amended) to South Lanarkshire Council in April or May 2025. The application will be accompanied by an Environmental Impact Assessment Report, and a report summarising the consultation feedback received and how this has influenced the proposals.
Please view the Redshaw Substation Interactive Map.