Farmers and landowners are being invited to attend a small wind exhibition and free seminars that will explain the opportunities presented by small wind generation. Called RenewableUK 2010, it takes place at the Scottish Exhibition Centre, Glasgow, on 4 November.

Newly introduced energy tariffs have lead to a surge of interest in small wind power systems from farmers and landowners. However, RenewableUK, which organises the event, believes that many farmers and landowners remain unaware or unsure of the extent of the opportunities now available.

The free exhibition will enable them to meet and talk with suppliers and attend seminars specifically aimed at the farming and landowning community.

Farmers or landowners who are interested in larger scale developments will also be able to attend the main conference and exhibition but will need to pay a conference fee.

The seminars will highlight how the new tariffs have transformed the economics of small wind generation, with payback on a small wind installation typically achievable within five years. Farmers and landowners benefit from reduced energy bills, an additional revenue stream and an independent source of power. These benefits are achievable without disrupting existing land use and while enhancing the environment.

Indre Vaizgelaite, head of Small Systems at RenewableUK, said: “The Small Wind Day is a great starting place for those looking for advice on how to enter this market. We expect a huge take up from farmers and landowners.”

The Small Wind Exhibition is part of RenewableUK 2010, the biggest UK wind, wave, and tidal conference that is being held in Scottish Exhibition Centre in Glasgow between 2-4 November.

• For more information on the small wind conference and to register to attend the seminars please go to

www.renewable-uk.com/events/annual-conference/small-wind-event.html