On the 22nd October we had a very interactive forum with Willie Mitchell of 3R Energy about Wind Turbines. Contrary to belief, the number of turbines being built is limited. They are removed and recycled at the end of their lifespan. Items such as seats and bus shelters are made from recycled turbines, the blades and the body being used for different objects.
Willie told us Scotland was heading in the right direction for net zero consumption by 2040. Due to our weather conditions Scotland was ideal to create energy using onshore wind power. Offshore turbines were badly affected by the weather and salt conditions. In areas where the wind farms are active the communities are benefitting financially. Three local areas were reported in the Gazette of receiving such grants the week Willie visited us. Thus improving community life. The turbines had no adverse effect on grazing animals.
Bill Jack visits on the 5th November giving us an account of Kentigern’s Way, the Pilgrim’s route, and Doris and Ulrich will tell us about their journey into the development of Lanark’s Gin Distillery on the 19th November.
We then arrive at our last meeting of the year on the 3rd of December at which we will be entertained by Charlie Todd on his accordian and share Christmas lunch.
We will restart on Wednesday 14th January with a new syllabus of exciting speakers/activities ahead of us.
Join us on a cold winter’s day for companionship, entertainment, hot tea/coffee, cake and a blether.
See you there,
Isobel Malcolm
