In this week's issue we discuss an ongoing hydro scheme issue at Straffan Weir on the River Liffey. The hydro scheme has been resurrected after a considerable period of time. The turbine has been replaced and the scheme is to provide power to the nearby K Club.
Our concerns relate to salmonid and other fish species migration and the question must be asked if these types of projects should be permitted considering the Nature Restoration Legislation, Habitats Directive and the Water Framework Directive which champion river connectivity and biodiversity.
