Demand for solar and wind power by domestic users and the public sector in Pembrokeshire is growing. Bob Robarts, who has just installed a solar energy system at a Pembrokeshire primary school, says concern over climate change and fuel prices had prompted people to consider carefully alternatives to conventional energy sources. Mr. Robarts, who runs his business from his home at Crosswell, Crymych, will host an interactive workshop at an Energy Awareness Day at Narberth tomorrow (Saturday). This event, which will focus in part on community renewable energy projects, is the second of its kind to be hosted by PLANED in Pembrokeshire this autumn. PLANED's energy and recycling officer, Jo Brookman, said some communities were already investigating possibilities for collaboratively producing energy from microhydro, the wind or biomass. These included the Cwmarian project in the Hermon area, she said. The Energy Awareness Day at the Bloomfield Centre from 11 am - 4 pm will be an opportunity for people to understand more about which option would most suit them. "There is a lot of confusion about what works best and that very much depends on need and location,' said Jo Brookman. "On Saturday, there will be talks, workshops and displays to help people make an informed decision.' Speakers will include Steven Cranston, who is leading Energy4All's work to bring forward community owned energy projects in Wales. For more information about the event, Jo Brookman can be contacted on 01834 862119.

Pedal power: Twelve-year-old Hannah Jones attempts to light a bulb at the Llysyfran Energy Awareness Day, while Nick Mercer, the man who created this bicycle-driven device, looks on.
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