General News
01/02/10 Your Energy on BBC's Inside Out
BBC East investigated why certain places are more suitable than others for placing wind farms and asked Senior Development Manager Steve Hunter where to start, taking the Daventry district in Northamptonshire as an example.
03/12/09 Another accolade for Burton Wold Wind Farm
The wind farm was shortlisted in the MKSM Excellence Awards held on 2 December 2009, which showcases projects across the region that demonstrate excellence and contribute to shaping its distinctive character.
Cllr Jim Hakewill, Leader of Kettering Borough Council, said, “The Burton Wold Wind Farm is leading the way in terms of renewable energy and we are pleased that it has been recognised at the mksm awards. Kettering Borough Council is committed to working with partners that use the most sustainable methods available and the Burton Wold Wind Farm is an excellent example of this being used effectively to benefit the wider community.”
08/12/2009 Sixpenny Wood Wind Farm approved at appeal
The Planning Inspector found that the impact of the wind farm on the Howden Minster would not be harmful.
04/12/09 Staff Participate in Sustainable City Workshop
We were pleased to be involved in the recent workshop at Oakgrove School, in Milton Keynes. Students were tasked with creating a sustainable town for 20,000 residents, and submitting their design in a nationwide competition. We were pleased to attend and provide students with information about how wind power and other renewables can be incorporated into a sustainable community.
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25/11/09 Yelvertoft Wind Farm refused, appeal underway
In the view of the Planning Committee, the impact of the wind farm on Stanford Hall and its parks and gardens was sufficient to turn down the application. We will be appealing this decision.
16/11/09 Milton Keynes Wind Farm Construction Begins
01/11/09 Burton Wold Wind Farm on The Politics Show
A West Midlands MP has proposed a minimum distance of wind farms to houses. BBC visited Burton Wold Wind Farm to find out what it is like to live near a wind farm.
22/09/09 Your Energy hosts East Midlands Regional Planning Seminar
15/06/09 Recycling Brainwave Rewarded at Business Awards
 Your Energy are proud to sponsor the Eco-Friendly Company of the Year category for a second year at the annual Rugby Business Awards.
Ed Buckley, Managing Director of TekBroker UK Ltd has been involved in the electronic components and equipment business for 19 years, and is set to remain in the industry for a long time to come after his brainwave 18 months ago has proven to be a hit in the industry. Ed recognised that many clients were holding large quantities of excess components whilst others were having difficulty buying smaller parts, and he established a company to act as a broker in the middle.
Charlotte Healey, Development Manager for Your Energy Ltd presented the Award in Rugby’s Benn Hall and said “What most impressed us about this company is they have effectively created a thriving business from recycling. TekBroker UK is testament to how a successful business works with the environment, rather than against it. It was particularly timely as a survey released the previous week stated that the UK are Europe’s worst electrical recyclers.” It is thought the UK creates enough electrical waste each year to fill Wembley Stadium six times over.
TekBroker UK Ltd also had the honour of being named the overall winner of of Rugby Business of the Year. We wish them all the best for their green future.
15/06/09 UK trails EU league for renewables
Britain is Europe's 'most glaring failure', says Greenpeace, with only 1.3% of needs sourced from clean energy in 2005.
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