CHESHIRE has been picked as one of two sites in the country to lead the way in green technology as part of a £6 billion Government push to ensure we pioneers in combating climate change.
The British Geological Survey has picked the region along with another site in Glasgow for a UK Geo-energy Observatory at Ince Marshes.
Sensors in the ground at the site will enable scientists to gain the clear pictures of the underground environment. These will then produce data on the chemical, physical and biological properties of the rocks over a 15-year period, providing information on how to unlock new clean, green, low-carbon energy possibilities.
Welcoming the news, Parliamentary Candidate for Warrington South, Andy Carter says: “I’m really pleased that our region has been picked as one of only two sites to take part in this ground-breaking research into unlocking greener energy."
“The Conservative Government is committed to tackling climate change, Warrington has some of the worst air quality hot spots in the UK, we need to take action but we also need to think about how we do this in an affordable and sustainable manner.”
The Cheshire observatory will be a vital key in the Government’s 25-year environment plan, which has been set out by the Prime Minister Theresa May and Environment Minister Michael Gove.
In it, the Government has pledged to lead the global fight against climate change, aiming to deliver cleaner air and water in cities, towns and rural communities across the country.
Andy added: “The Conservatives are working hard to ensure we leave our planet fit for future, so I am proud that our region will be playing a vital part in using the latest research to ensure this happens.”
