The consultation will cover the following points:
1) Scene setting – presentation from Renewables Network
2) Feedback on concept of renewable energy
- What do you know about renewable energy?
- What would you like to know more about?
- In general e.g. for the city of Hull do you think it’s positive / negative and why?
3) Feedback on proposals regarding renewable sector of Yorkshire and Humber region
- On the basis of what you’ve heard, do you understand how the proposals will affect the region?
- If not, what would you like to know?
- If you understand the proposals, what do you think of them?
- What does it mean for you?
The consultation is interactive and members of the community are encouraged to ask questions, offer opinions and participate. Attendance is free for delegates and the consultation is run from 1pm to 3pm as part of the Community Expo day at The Freedom Centre.
Helen Gibson, Joint Managing Director, at Agencia comments:
“Agencia is delighted to be invited to facilitate this public consultation event. Having 15 years’ experience of conducting independent public consultation exercises with private companies, Local Authorities and communities, we are able to draw out concerns and improve understanding of proposed developments of this nature.
Our reputation as an impartial, independent organisation which operates sensitively to engage and consult with public and professional stakeholders has proved both successful in brokering and achieving change amongst a range of different parties and recognised as an appropriate approach to consultation during a judicial review.”
Sam Pick, Director, at Renewables Network comments:
“Renewable energy is increasingly seen as the UK’s next industrial revolution and the key growth opportunity for Hull. The scale of these projects, be if offshore wind, biomass or micro generation, means understanding the public’s wants and needs is crucial. Projects only progress when there is a genuine partnership between the industry and the public.
The consultation will explain the range of renewable energy developments to the public in a jargon free way that encourages participation. It will also be an excellent opportunity to develop our understanding of how the public views the industry and the opportunity for Hull.”
For more information about this story, for further interviews or to arrange a press pass to the event, contact Andrew Morton by calling 01482 315101 or e-mail: andrew@footprintrenewables.co.uk
