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Hydro Power

Hydro Power. Video: introduction to hydro power http://www.planlocal.org.uk/videos/videopages/hydro-power-an-introduction.html Information from factsheet: Technology basics – page 1 The key elements of a hydro power system – page 1 Feed in Tariff information – page 1

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Hydro Power

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  1. Hydro Power • Video: introduction to hydro power • http://www.planlocal.org.uk/videos/videopages/hydro-power-an-introduction.html • Information from factsheet: • Technology basics – page 1 • The key elements of a hydro power system – page 1 • Feed in Tariff information – page 1 • Benefits for your community – page 2 • Myth busting facts – page 2 • Checklist: is hydro power the right technology for my community? – page 3 • Subregional information and contacts – page 4 • Case studies

  2. Hydro power – the basics How does hydro power work? Hydroelectricity or hydro power systems use running water to generate electricity using a turbine or other devices. Amount of energy depends on: • Head: how far the water is falling • Flow: how much water is flowing An introduction to hydro power systems http://www.planlocal.org.uk/videos/videopages/hydro-power-an-introduction.html

  3. Hydro power – Feed In Tariffs Generating a source of income for your community from hydro power What are Feed in Tariffs • Government incentive to encourage the generation of renewable electricity • Owners of hydro power systems can make money from the sale of the electricity generated • Guaranteed for 20 years • Retail price index linked • Very attractive return on your community investment • Tariffs currently at their highest but will be reduced in the future

  4. Hydro power – Benefits and Myths What benefits could hydro power generate for your community • Protection against rising fuel prices • Make money for your community • More local jobs • Low maintenance technology • Safeguard from flood risk • Reduce your carbon emissions • Improve community well-being What are the common myths surrounding hydro power systems • Hydro power harms the environment • Hydro power reduces rural tourism

  5. Hydro power – Checklist Is hydro power suitable for your community? • Site: is river or stream suitable? • Environment Agency permission • Land/Building owner permission • Connection to National Grid • Planning permission

  6. Hydro Power – Case studies North West Case Study – Heron Mill hydro power UK Case Study – A community hydro-electric scheme in Settle

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