Harvesting wind energ

20 November 2002

Established in 1996, Ecotricity is the driving force behind the UK's 'green' electricity industry and one of the most successful wind energy developers in the country. Ecotricity offers a fully integrated service, undertaking every aspect of wind energy development and electricity supply in-house. Ecotricity has the best planning record in the industry.

Dale Vince, managing director of Ecotricity comments, "We have already built up successful partnerships with landowners and farmers who have realised the value of earning extra revenue from their land and doing something positive for the environment. "

Mr Leonard, who runs a farm in Norfolk comments, "I took the decision to have a wind park on my land after visiting various wind parks in Germany and talking to farmers over there who had seen the value of contributing to clean, green energy and the financial rewards in doing so. I have always maintained that the only future for energy in this country is renewable and my farm has an abundant wind resource which will make important contributions towards the UK's renewable energy targets. Also of importance was the fact that the wind park would not interfere with the smooth running of the farm and ultimately provided a low-risk diversification option."

For more information farmers and landowners should call the Ecotricity helpline on 0800 169 66 88 or write to Ecotricity, Axiom House, Station Road, Stroud, Gloucestershire, GL5 3AP; Tel: (01453) 756 111; Fax: (01453) 756 222; email: sales@ecotricity.co.uk

Ecotricity can be found at stand number 313 at the Smithfield 2002 show, the UK's largest indoor agricultural exhibition, held at Earls Court from 24-27 November.