PPC/A/1008802 - SSE Thermal Generation (Scotland) Ltd: Peterhead Power Station, Boddam, Peterhead, AB42 3BZ - EASR Variation

Overview

Anyone who carries out an industrial activity under The Environmental Authorisations (Scotland) Regulations 2018 (EASR) must have an authorisation from SEPA. When we receive an application for a new industrial activity or to modify an existing industrial activity, as part of our determination we will consider the risks to the environment and human health. If we decide to grant an authorisation it will include conditions to:  

• Prevent or, where that is not practicable, minimise environmental harm;
• Prevent and limit the consequences of accidents which could have an impact on the environment, and;
• Use resources in a sustainable way.

The person authorised to carry on the activity must do so in accordance with the conditions of the authorisation.     

We may also review the conditions of an existing authorisation from time to time to make sure they are still effective in achieving these aims.

Application details

We have received an application from SSE Thermal Generation (Scotland) Limited to vary their existing authorisation PPC/A/1008802 at Peterhead Power Station, Boddam, Peterhead, AB42 3BZ to correct and reflect on-site water discharge limilts and locations following a review of infrastructure and water quality.

A summary of their application is available below:

• Activity form P-IND-IA2V
• Water Review and Summary

Why your views matter

This is your opportunity to let us know your views on the application.  The consultation will be open for 28 days from date of publication. We will consider any comments received between 08 October and 05 November 2026 before issuing the final decision.

Your comments will not be published on our public register unless you request us to do so.