Rhyl Flats Offshore Wind Farm

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Shows the construction of the Rhyl Flats offshore windfarm off the north Wales coast.

Exploration of alternative energy production, with a focus on wind power. Shows the construction of the Rhyl Flats offshore windfarm off the north Wales coast. Has turbines in the sea and other features. Footage without commentary.
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First Broadcast : 14 July 2003

Teachers' notes

Age Group : 11-14,14-16

Subject : Geography

Topic : Energy, Environmental issues

Keywords : Wind farms, Offshore windfarms, Wind power, Factors influencing location, Electricity production, Environment,

Notes : Use in lesson on generatrion of electricity. Look at advantages or disadvantages of location. Porthcawl offshore wind farm planned - compare. No commentary - would suit English and Welsh medium classes.

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