hydropower
River Itchen Hydropower Scheme Withdrawn
Eastleigh Borough Council has withdrawn its application to establish a low head hydropower generation scheme at Shears Mill on Hampshire's iconic River Itchen after the Salmon & Trout Association joined forces with local fisheries interests to press for withdrawal of hydropower generation at Shears Mill to protect iconic river's salmon population. ... Full story
Queen’s Green Energy Scheme Nears Completion
The day when Windsor Castle is powered by green energy came a step closer today when the second of two 40-tonne turbines was lifted into place at the Environment Agency’s Romney Weir on the River Thames. ... Full story
Environment Agency 'Complacent' about Hydropower Regulation
The Angling Trust has written to the Environment Agency demanding action after it was revealed that Settle Hydro on the River Ribble has breached its licence 238 times in just 12 months, but has not faced any enforcement action from the regulator. ... Full story
Help Control Hydropower - Public Consultation Begins
The Angling Trust ask you not to miss your chance to take part in the Public Consultation on the Hydropower Good Practice Guide. ... Full story


