THE drive for more renewable energy projects will step up a gear when a one-day seminar is held next week to help bring new initiatives on stream.

The British Hydropower Association (BHA) is organising a series of regional briefings for stakeholders, including developers, land-owners, community groups and local authorities.

A seminar is being held at the Hawkshead Brewery in Staveley on March 8.

The BHA believes Cumbria is overflowing with opportunities for small-scale hydropower, and is hoping to generate fresh interest and ideas.

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