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SOBER HILL WIND FARM CONSTRUCTION COMMENCED
Sober Hill Wind Farm Limited has announced the construction of Sober Hill Wind Farm, in the Humber area.
The 6 turbine, 12.3MW wind farm will increase the area’s contribution to
renewable energy generation and assist the climate change commitments of the Yorkshire and Humber Region as well as helping the UK provide a secure, diverse and sustainable supply of energy.
COLLABORATION Both West Coast Energy Limited, who have been responsible for the development of the wind farm, and International Power plc, it’s now long- term owner and operator, have ensured that the local community is fully aware of the construction programme, and the operational benefits of the new wind farm.
LOCAL COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT West Coast Energy Limited and International Power plc have both committed to a series of local liaison meetings throughout the construction period. The first meeting of the liaison committee took place on 13 March 2012
THE HALLMARK HOTEL NORTH FERRIBY
WORKING AWAY FROM HOME How often have you dreaded being away from home for long periods of time, missing all the home comforts which we take for granted until they are not available?
I have personal experience of this in professions which have pulled me all over the country, and beyond, to conferences, training courses and events necessary to progress my professional career.
My experience is however nowhere near that of our technicians who live offshore for the vast majority of their working life away from home, but I can understand what it may be like from what I have experienced.
INDUSTRY MEETING PLACE Where we stay is key to being as happy as you can be when working away and the Hallmark Hotel in North Ferriby, overlooking the iconic Humber Bridge, is looking to serve that need.
STANDARDS The hotel is one of a chain but extols the virtues of personal attention and service. In fact during our visits we got to know the individual staff members on each occasion, which is a compliment in itself.
RECENT REFURBISHMENT The hotel has been very tastefully upgraded recently and the restaurant has fantastic views overlooking the Humber bridge with a varied menu choice to suit all tastes.
A choice of tapas in the early evening over few drinks is an unusual and welcome addition.
INDUSTRY SUPPORT There are a number companies and organisations within the industry who use the hotel’s considerable facilities to hold conferences, training courses and events, as well as its comfortable en-suite accommodation, so it is difficult not to bump into someone you know.
This in our view is its major asset – it is recognised as a meeting place for colleagues to enjoy a chat in a comfortable atmosphere, which takes away some of the pain from having to work away from home.
The Hallmark Hotel Hull is conveniently located just off the A63 and is just 6 miles outside of Hull City Centre with direct links to the Humber Bridge and M62 motorway.
The Hallmark Hotel Hull
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and further regular meetings will take place throughout the construction period.
Commenting on the construction works, Matthew Hayes, Planning and Development Manager of West Coast Energy, said, “We are very pleased that the wind farm has now commenced construction and we look forward to delivering the benefits of the development to the local community.”
SPECIFICATION The Sober Hill Wind Farm will involve the erection of 6 x 2.05MW Repower MM82 turbines with a hub height of 59m and a total height of 100m. Once operational the wind farm will generate enough renewable energy to power the equivalent annual domestic electricity needs of around 7000 homes.
West Coast Energy
www.westcoastenergy.co.uk
International Power plc
www.iprplc-gdfsuez.com
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