The Cashel Hydro-Electric Scheme is a small scale run-of-the-river project of about 500Kw capacity on the Cashel Burn on the east side of Loch Lomond. It is now supplying enough electricity to meet the average demand of about 450 homes.It was constructed by DHG Hydro in partnership with the two landowners, The Cashel RSFS Forest Trust (CFT) and Mr Peter Meddings. The aim of the Trust is to demonstrate the restoration and regeneration of Scotland's native woods, so this scheme reinforces their commitment to the wider environment. But most importantly, the income from the sale of electricity is providing a secure long-term cash flow to ensure effective management of the woodland, and the development of related conservation and educational projects.
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