Wind Turbine Investigation at Boddington Reservoir

Published: 27/08/2009

British Waterways and Partnerships for Renewables have announced that they are assessing the feasibility of siting wind turbines on land close to Boddington Reservoir, nine kilometres south west of Daventry, Northamptonshire. The early announcement of the plans will help ensure that local community input is incorporated into any future proposals.

Although at an early stage, initial studies suggest that up to five wind turbines could be developed with the potential to generate enough green energy for around 5,800 homes*. The turbines could have a maximum tip height of 130 metres (the combined height of the tower and blades). Further information is required before the size of turbines is finally established.

Jo Fleming, Regional Manager for Partnerships for Renewables, said: “Although we are at the early stages of our environmental and technical work, results so far have proved positive. We are committed to only developing renewable energy projects on appropriate sites.

“Even if the results of technical and environmental studies prove positive, we are unlikely to submit a planning application until late 2010, at the earliest. At this stage we want to discuss the plans with neighbours of the site and ensure that information is publicly available. Over the coming months it is likely that our plans will evolve considerably as we receive feedback.”

Richard Mercer, from British Waterways, comments: “200 years after the waterways were built to serve the industrial revolution, it is important that we put our land and waterways to full use which includes helping to fight the battle against climate change.

“Should the plans at Boddington Reservoir go ahead, then all the income that British Waterways generates will be reinvested into the looking after our canals and rivers for the benefit of the environment and local community.”

Anyone with an interest in the project can keep up to date with the latest information at www.pfr.co.uk/boddington, email pfr@communityrelations.co.uk or call 0800 731 7395.

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