Under the Guise of 'Newcastle Hydro Scheme' work is in the advanced stages in Donard Wood to divert 90% of the flow of the Glen River to power a micro hydroelectric scheme.









It is claimed this will provide electricity for the local schools and to the Grid, but at a declared peak output of 93Kw this is nonsense.





What is undisputable is:









90% of the mean daily flow of the will be lost to the Glen River

One of the most beautiful parts of this scenic river will be blighted by a man made inlet point

Untold short and long term ecological damage will incur

There was no publicity or public consultation prior to approval of the project