Western Isles renewables hub to open this week

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Centre aims to help businesses and homes in Outer Hebrides realise economic and environmental benefits of wind and solar power

Businesses and residents living in the Outer Hebrides will be able to seek advice on installing wind turbines, solar panels, heat pumps and other clean technologies, when a new renewable energy hub opens...

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