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Wicks
consents to Walney
THE
Government's commitment to renewable Energy is underlined again with
the go-ahead from Malcolm Wicks for a major wind project 14KM from
Walney Island, off the coast of Cumbria.
The Walney wind farm, from developer DONG Energy, is expected to
have somewhere between 93-152 turbines, producing enough clean
electricity for approximately 360,000 homes when fully operational
in 2013.
The world's largest offshore wind project - the 1000MW London Array
- has also now received its final consent. The overhead electricity
line, that will eventually connect the onshore sub-station in Kent
to the wind farm that is to be sited in the Thames Estuary, is
green-lighted today by the Energy Minister.
This follows the announcement yesterday in the Queen's Speech on the
forthcoming Energy Bill, which will contain measures to 'band'
the Renewables Obligation (RO) in order to provide increased
financial support to less developed renewable energy technologies,
such as offshore wind.
Energy Minister Malcolm Wicks said:- "Our belief in renewables
has been questioned recently by some but actions do speak louder
than words. We are delivering on our promises to get projects such
as Walney and the London Array through the system. The Energy Bill
will allow us to increase the amount of backing schemes like this
get from the Renewables Obligation.
People should recognise that the
UK, along with Denmark, is leading the world in the development of
offshore wind power." |
Skills event opens to thousands of young people
OVER 16,500
students are booked to visit the biggest 'hands on' careers
and skills event in the North West, Skills NorthWest is due to take
place at Manchester Central (formally known as GMEX) on 13, 14 & 15
November 2007 between 9.30am - 3pm on each day. The event is
supported by the Learning and Skills Council.
This interactive careers exhibition aims to inspire young people
towards their future careers choices via 'hands on'
demonstrations and insights into many careers areas as well as
offering important information advice and guidance.
This event is bucking the trend from the usual careers fair and will
host over 70 interactive stands offering everything from an Army
climbing tower and DJ workshops to a day in the life within the NHS
and the planning of a virtual town. Exhibitors include companies
such as AA Driving School, Aimhigher North West, Armed Forces
Careers, British Gas, City College Manchester, Liverpool John Moores
University, Manchester City Council, NHS Academy North West,
Pontins, Rochdale Adult and Childcare Services, Siemens, The
Manufacturing Institute, Jaguar, University of Central Lancashire
and many more.
There is also the chance to explore the wide range of vocational
training opportunities and information about Apprenticeships - a
great way for ambitious young people to gain qualifications and
experience while earning a wage
Parents, carers and families can attend at any time over the 3 days
to ensure that they are informed of the range of career
opportunities to help their children make informed choices in the
future.
Andrew Coates from event organisers Prospects said:- "We are
delighted with the response to the Skills NorthWest event and hope
that it will inspire many young people in the North West. Skills are
vital to the future of the region and this event aims to give a
taste of a variety of career options and the skills required to be
successful."
Further details on Skills NorthWest can be obtained via
www.skillsnw.co.uk or from Andrew Coates on
07917 707461. |
