RDES News - RD Energy Solutions

RDES are developing a micro hydro scheme for North Lanarkshire Council at Strathclyde Loch near Motherwell. The scheme is a low head site using the drop between the Loch and the River Clyde. The novel archimedes screw turbine will be employed. The system will generate 50 kW and 100% of the power generated will be used on site. RDES have designed the system and are managing the consents process. Planning permission to construct the project was obtained on 29th April 2008.

RD Energy Solutions were appointed as lead consultant for the project, tasked with co-ordinating and managing a multi-disciplinary team of architects, engineers, and contractors. This landmark project is the largest steam biomass boiler installed in NHS Scotland (with approx 2,300 tonnes carbon dioxide offset per annum), and provides the base load heating requirements for the NHS Dumfries Royal Infirmary and will provide significant cost saving to the site.