PLANS have been put forward to build a new power station at High Marnham, with a capacity to power two million homes.
Energy company E.ON have submitted an outline proposal to Notts County Council to build a gas-fired power station on the site of a former coal-fired plant.
They say that the new build will breathe new life into the area and bring about new 'servi
ces and jobs' for the surrounding community.
The previous power station closed in 2003 after more than 40 years in operation, and E.ON are hoping to start construction on the new plant in 2014.
Andy Burnett, E.ON's project development manager, said: "We're looking to secure the option to develop a power station at High Marnham that will help ensure we can keep the lights on for our homes and businesses in the most secure and affordable way, while also helping to tackle the global threat of climate change."
"If built, the new plant could produce power for over two million homes and would bring a range of opportunities for local people and businesses in terms of jobs and services that would be required during construction and beyond."
A full planning application is expected to be put forward in early 2010.
He added: "We're very proud of the relationships we have in our local communities so, while it's still very early days, we're absolutely committed to talking to everyone so they can ask any questions they may have."
A series of public exhibitions are planned for later in the year but people can get in touch with the company direct, either by email on highmarnham enquiries@eon-uk.com or free phone 0800 952 0214
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