Upper Thames Hydro

6 Mar 2023

Could hydro be a significant part of the solution for bringing renewable energy to West Oxfordshire?

Charlie visiting a potential hydro site

In studying whether it's feasible to generate hydro power on the Upper Thames, it's important to learn about how others have done it. I was delighted to be allowed to present at the Witney Eco Forum on February 9th. The guest speaker was Tony Cowling, a key member of the team that has successfully set up Reading Hydro. He talked us through the entire process of bringing a community-owned hydro project into existence, with lots of practical tips. The takehome: it's a lot of hard work but worth it.

Presenting at the Witney Eco Forum
Presenting at the Witney Eco Forum
Chimney Meadows
Chimney Meadows

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