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its kitchen; and an array of solar cells at the farmhouse. “Generating its own energy gives independence and stability for a rural business,” says Jason Ball of Sheepdrove, “but we have to respect the limitations of a very special landscape character, rich in cultural and natural heritage.” The North Wessex Downs AONB has already published guidance on the sensitivity of local landscapes to wind turbines, while a position statement on renewable energy schemes is being produced. As well as guidance, the North Wessex Downs AONB has provided positive support through its SDF grants. For example, the Goring and Streatley Sustainability Group plans to harness the Thames to produce clean, green hydro-electric power from its local weirs 46 | UP! On The North Wessex Downs (pictured) for more than 500 homes. Other smaller hydro-electric projects are currently being considered on the River Kennet. European LEADER funding has assisted groundsource heating at Milton Lilbourne village hall and businesses like Wessex Biofuels, Thomas Owen, the Seasoned Timber Company and Frank Haighton Forestry as they expand to supply a growing wood fuel market. These examples show how, with careful thought, renewable energy can work in the North Wessex Downs AONB without harming the natural beauty of the landscape. Next time that ever-rising fuel bill drops through your door, why not ‘think global, act local’ and consider taking control of your own energy production? “In years to come they won’t be alternative energy sources, they’ll be the ordinary ones.” Jason Ball, Sheepdrove Organic Farm
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