16 - Wind turbine project wins gold at national awards

Archived news release from 2007

The borough’s state of the art wind turbine project won gold at the national Green Apple Awards, held in London recently.

The wind turbine, which was installed at the Environment Zone, Roberts Primary School last year to create a cleaner and more sustainable future, was awarded gold for environmental best practice in the metropolitan borough category.

Council officers were invited to the House of Commons to collect the award which was presented by the legendry botanist David Bellamy.

The award recognised the success of the wind turbine, which was designed to provide green energy at the school. The 6kw wind turbine was the first of its kind in the borough and illustrates how Dudley is leading the way in environmental innovation.

At the height of a lamppost the turbine generates about 9000kWh of electricity per year, meeting 7.5 per cent of the Environment Zone and school’s total electricity supply. It saves four tonnes of carbon dioxide each year, reducing the impact of the school’s energy use on climate change.

Councillor Karen Shakespeare, cabinet member for environment, said:

“It’s fantastic to be recognised nationally for the project, which will continue to not only benefit the school for many years to come but also the thousands of children who visit the environment zone each year.

“Well done to all of those involved; it really is an achievement to be proud of.”

The wind turbine was funded by Clear Skies (The Dti and Building Research Establishment under the renewable energy grant scheme), ScottishPower Green Energy Trust, North Dudley Area Committee and a fundraising summer fair held by Friends of the Environment Zone.

News Release Contact Information

Name:	Vikki Marshall
Telephone:	01384 818332
Email:	vikki.marshall@dudley.gov.uk

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