Wood Fuel Development Guidance Free launch event

All Rural Hubs - Tuesday 9 Nov 2010 at 9.30

Tuesday 9th November 2010

Why?
To promote greater awareness of wood fuel planning issues, facilitating applications and decision making.
The Forestry Commission is leading the implementation of England’s Wood Fuel Strategy and has identifi ed
the opportunities and constraints associated with wood fuel development proposals.

Where?
Tree House Education Centre, Forestry Commission, Birches Valley, Rugeley, Staffordshire, WS15 2UQ

When? How much?
Tuesday 9th November 2010 Free launch event

Details and booking
Caroline Sharp T: 01905 532200 E: caroline.sharp@forestry.gsi.gov.uk
Programme
9:30 Refreshments
10:00 An introduction to Cannock Chase, Forestry Commission
10:30 A welcome from the chair, RTPI
10:45 The background to the guide, Simon West, Forestry Commission
11:00 Wood fuel in England, The Biomass Energy Centre
11:30 Refreshments
11:45 Key planning issues presented in the guide, Laura Cox, The Landscape Partnership
12:15 Silvapower Ltd - A case study of climate change overriding the green belt designation
12:45 Questions and discussion
13:15 A networking lunch will be provided