Somerset's Cheddar Could Revive Historic Hydropower with Ambitious New Project Thursday, October 23, 2025 hydropower cheddar renewableenergy somerset community hydroelectric greenenergy sustainability education energy A bold new project is set to breathe life back into Cheddar’s long-standing hydropower heritage by installing a modern hydroelectric system at the site of Cox’s Mill Hotel. Once a bustling center powered by water, Cox’s Mill … Read More
Boater Family Seeks Permission for Unique Off-Grid Home by Kennet & Avon Canal Tuesday, October 21, 2025 boating offgrid sustainability canal bath planning renewableenergy housing community environment A Bath family who have lived off-grid on a barge for 16 years are seeking planning permission to build a distinctive four-bedroom home beside the Kennet & Avon Canal, near Folly Footbridge. Their proposal, which the … Read More
Solar Developer Offers Wiltshire Landowners Up to £50,000 to Withdraw Objections Monday, October 20, 2025 solar wiltshire islegreenpower planning landowners limedown objections developmentconsentorder renewableenergy infrastructure sport MP Roz Savage has publicly criticised Island Green Power (IGP), the developer behind the proposed Lime Down solar park, for allegedly offering financial inducements—up to £50,000—to around 50 landowners in Wiltshire. The … Read More
Plans to Create 72,000 Jobs in West Country Through Ambitious 10-Year Growth Strategy Monday, September 29, 2025 growth jobs investment transport ai technology renewableenergy housing economicdevelopment westcountry The Bristol and Bath area is poised for significant economic growth and job creation following the unveiling of an ambitious 10-year Growth Strategy led by West of England metro mayor Helen Godwin. The comprehensive plan … Read More
Historic Montacute House Leads Charge with New EV Technology Saturday, September 27, 2025 montacute nationaltrust evcharging renewableenergy sustainability heritage carbonneutral greentravel electricvehicles rawcharging Montacute House, a stunning historic property over 400 years old, is stepping boldly into the future by integrating modern electric vehicle (EV) charging technology. As part of the National Trust’s ongoing commitment to … Read More
Historic House Embraces Modern Technology with Electric Vehicle Charging Saturday, September 27, 2025 montacute nationaltrust electricvehicles sustainability heritage evcharging renewableenergy climateaction greentravel netzero Montacute House, a stunning historic property over 400 years old, is leading the way in merging heritage with green technology. The National Trust has installed eight electric vehicle (EV) charging bays in the car park, … Read More