A Revolution in Energy Production

A Community Hydro Electric Scheme for Settle

We are installing a 50kW Archimedean screw at Settle Weir near Bridge End Mill. The screw will be installed close to the original waterwheel and will use part of the existing millrace.

The Scheme will generate approx 165,000 kWh (units) of electricity per year – enough for around 50 average houses, saving 80 tonnes of carbon per year or 3 200 tonnes of carbon over an expected lifetime of 40 years.

Basic reverse Archimedean Screw in principle and (below) in situ.