As contamination hits the IGas exploratory drilling site at Barton Moss (see here), a community project seeks to offer an alternative of good, clean renewable energy that will benefit residents, without having to bribe them in exchange for allowing shale gas and fracking.
Moss Community Energy is based in Irlam and Cadishead, but open to people from around Salford. It aims to manage a community owned renewable energy project where the surplus goes back into the community to benefit all.
It could be community owned solar panels on roofs, wind turbines in the fields or a hydro project on the rivers... "Imagine well insulated houses and everyone staying warm and healthy in the winter" the group states "Imagine communities making our own decisions about energy...If you want to be part of making this future a reality come to our meeting..."
At Tuesday's meeting there will be an introduction to those currently involved in the group, an overview of the work undertaken so far, future plans and opportunities to get involved.
There will also be a presentation by Dave Berry, from social enterprise Sheffield Renewables which has solar schemes up and running in that city funded by ethical investors and run by volunteers (click here for more information).
Moss Community Energy
Open Meeting
Tuesday 17th March 7pm-9pm
Hamilton Davies House
117c Liverpool Road, Cadishead
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