< Previousqualify the home – there are various terms andconditions about eligibility – for a grant of £950.While wind energy has been the most prominent ofthe renewable energy methods – mostly because theturbines are so obvious – biomass energy is alsobecoming a valuable form of power and the county iswell-placed to become a major player. Indeed, planningconsent has now been given for a £130 milliondevelopment to build a biomass-fuelled energy plant inthe Port of Immingham.The Reality Energy Centre is a Combined Heat andPower plant and will use sustainably sourced woodpellets as fuel. It’s expected it will provide hundreds ofnew jobs – between 200 and 250 of them during thethirty months or so it takes to construct andcommission the site, then an estimated 35 permanentposts during its 25 year operational lifespan. When it’sup and running, the plant will have an electrical outputof 49MW, enough to provide power for some ninetythousand homes.With the introduction of the grandly-titled HumberRenewable Energy Super Cluster Enterprise Zone,businesses who specialise in renewable energy will beable to benefit from tax breaks and renewable planningrules which should encourage more to set up theiroperations in our part of the world. It’s been said thatrenewable energy could be the biggest thing to happento our part of the world for generations and thepotential for success is a very real one. These hugedevelopments can be combined with small-scale changesin our homes and offices to create a greener, moreeffective economy.110 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYFARM & COUNTRY LINK - RENEWABLE ENERGYSuch is the interest in renewable energy, SMart Wind have launched a project to raiseawareness of the sector within secondary schools to encourage career paths intooffshore wind energyGet one step aheadwith ScenergyScenergy, a local renewable energy company from Louth,has a proven track record in the design and installation ofSolar PV throughout the East Midlands. They are expandingthis field of expertise to include the provision of other energysaving microgeneration technologies for the introduction ofthe Green Deal set for later this year.This includes...* Solar Thermal * Small Scale Wind* Air and Ground Source Heat Pumps * Biomass* Combined Heat and Power * Voltage Optimisation* LED Lighting Design and Installation* Domestic and commercial energy efficiency advice* Rain water harvesting systemsVoltage optimisation can cut up to 10% from yourelectricity bill. Scenergy also has its own range of LEDlighting systems which are becoming increasingly populardue to their viability and similar level of energy savings.For more information regarding any energy saving andrenewable technologies, or to receive a current energy assessment ofyour property, visit www.scenergy.co.uk or call 01507 607800.Call us today on 01507 607800 for a FREEsite survey and quote info@scenergy.co.ukwww.scenergy.co.uk Domestic - Commercial - Industrial - AgriculturalVisit us at The Lincolnshire Show Stand 7-56Providing energy savingand renewable technologiesacross LincolnshireIt pays tosave the environment108-110:Layout 1 11/5/12 13:57 Page 3LINCOLNSHIRETODAY111FARM & COUNTRY LINK - SHOWCASEHoliday Breaks in the LakesHoliday Breaks in the LakesNR KESWICK • LAKE DISTRICT NATIONAL PARKCommanding superb views over Bassenthwaite Lake & Skiddaw, IrtonHouse Farm is a working sheep farm of 246 acres. Our warm welcomeinvites you to share the peace and beauty of our surroundings.Spacious, comfortable self-catering accommodation for 2,4or 6 people with ample parking.Non-smoking. Wheelchair accessible.See our websitewww.irtonhousefarm.comor phone 017687 76380 DIESEL ENGINES &GENERATING SETSDiesel Engine and Generator specialistsWelding, Machining and FabricationWorldwide installation and service.NORTH LINCS ENGINEERING LTDGRIMOLDBY, LOUTH, LINCOLNSHIRE LN11 8HETel: (01507) 328787 Fax: (01507) 329306www.northlincseng.co.ukSunday 24th June 2012The Showground, Elvaston, Near Derby - Showground opens at 8amBigger and better than ever!Traditional FamilyCounty ShowNot to be missed!For further information call01332 793068or visit ourwebsitewww.derbyshirecountyshow.org.ukSCRAPMETAL WANTED!•General public & trade welcome•All grades of scrap collected•Scrap vehicle collection •Skip ServicesCall Sam07710 183 398 01205 354 077The Lincolnshire Show isundoubtedly the biggest showcase ofthe county’s agricultural sector to thewider world, but the farming yearnever stops and the sector has provento be one of the most resilient of themall. Indeed, it would be hard toimagine many other businessesflourishing given some of theproblems they have had to deal with –including appaling weather conditionsand a number of major disasters inBSE and foot and mouth. It’s thanksto the talent and dedication ofLincolnshire’s farmers and producersthat the sector continues to thrive.It’s of great pride to the county’sproducers that almost every dinnerplate in the UK has something on itthat’s produced in Lincolnshire.Certainly many local agriculturalbusinesses are working with majorretailers and manufacturers – but thisbrings about its own challenges. Theseblue chip companies have extremelyhigh standards when it comes tosafety, security and cleanliness, oftendemanding companies go above andbeyond the minimum requirements ofthe government if they are hoping toland contracts.This has meant farming andagricultural businesses have had toinnovate and bring in increasinglyadvanced and secure productionmethods – meaning it’s one of themost efficient industries in the UK. Ata time when efficiency andsustainability is a major driver forbusiness, this is a sector that’s got ahead start.The companies on this page allprovide exceptional service andquality products for this fast-movingindustry.Farming ShowcaseFarming Showcase111:Layout 1 11/5/12 13:01 Page 1112 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYCOUNTY MOTORINGCONVERTIBLESWhile the first Continental GTC was elegant andunderstated, the assertive stance of the new model delivers amore contemporary and muscular presence. The four-seater luxury convertible features a fresh, spaciousand sumptuous hand-crafted cabin, with soft-touch leatherhides, an extensive range of wood veneers, cool-touch metalsand deep-pile carpets. In addition, the GTC’s fabric hood iscomplemented by acoustic glass and under-body panels, foroptimum noise isolation.Behind the wheel, a wide track, sharp steering and retunedsuspension provide an exhilarating and class-leading drive.Bentley’s advanced all-wheel drive system features a new40:60 rear torque bias (compared with 50:50 of the originalGTC) minimising understeer during hard cornering andConvertible sales ground to a halt in the seventies, along with theBritish motor industry, which was the most passionate promoter of thebreed. MGs, Triumph TRs, Austin-Healeys, open-roof Aston Martinsand E-type Jaguars were all a mark of free-spirited Englishness. Whenthey bit the dust, so did a little slice of British motoring romance.But drop-top cars were soon to make a magnificent comeback,New Bentley Continental GTCallowing you to manage the car’s line and balance via precisethrottle control. This compelling dynamic package is combined with apowerful 6.0-litre, twin-turbocharged W12 engine as well as anew QuickShift transmission, enabling superfast gearchanges up to a top speed of up to 200 mph.Price: £135,760never mind that their former British champions stayed firmly intheir tombs. Nowadays even the one-time strait-laced car makerslike to take their tops off.The three cars we’ve decided to showcase are not exactlyconservative, or cheap, but they are the crème de la crème of theconvertible market – in our eyes anyway!Crème de la crème112-115:Layout 1 11/5/12 13:03 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRETODAY113COUNTY MOTORINGMaseratiGranCabrio The Maserati GranCabrio is a car with high emotionalappeal – from its luscious looks and Pininfarina styling to theV8 engine’s thrilling sound and amazing performance. One of the best things about the GranCabrio is that it’s afour-seater, which allows you and three others to enjoy theexperience of driving with the top down. The roof can be opened in just 28 seconds and it puts onshow all of the Maserati’s flowing, handcrafted, interiorbeauty. Of course, the UK is never without rain for long, so ifa sudden downpour occurs while driving, there is no need tostop. At speeds of 18mph or below, you simply hold a buttondown for a few seconds and the roof then closes, protectingeveryone from the rain and wind. At the heart of the car throbs the most powerful of theItalian car-maker’s engines – the glorious 4.7 litre V8,delivering 434 bhp. The car can accelerate to 62mph in just5.3 seconds and reach a top speed of 175 mph, wherepermitted. Matching a six-speed automatic gearbox to itsengine, Maserati has created a combination which willimpress the most demanding drivers with its acceleration,whilst still delivering smooth and fluid gear changes – for thecomfort of all onboard. Price: £98,250 1a Colin Road, Scunthorpe DN16 1TTt: 01724 488322 m: 07921 683165 e:info@jcaccidentrepair.co.ukwww.jcaccidentrepair.co.ukOur Services...re-sprays insurance work custom painting Scratches and Dentsmotorcycle painting body kits alloy wheels recovery collection and deliveryJ C Accident Repairwas founded in April 2010. It is a local, family-run, specialist body shop, headed up by Dane Coupland, who has more than23 years experiencein theindustry. Working on all kinds of vehicles large or small,including many prestige cars.accident repairltdWe are a local, family run specialist bodyshop offering a comprehensive quality service to domestic & commercial customers!112-115:Layout 1 11/5/12 13:03 Page 2112-115:Layout 1 11/5/12 13:03 Page 3LINCOLNSHIRETODAY115COUNTY MOTORINGThe new Mercedes-Benz SLK is anattractive car but you’ll only be ableto demonstrate to one friend at atime that, in this case, looks keeppace with performance. It is a stricttwo-seater after all.Indeed, the third generation SLKtakes driving pleasure and open-airenjoyment to a new level. It blends light-footed sportinesswith stylish comfort, a striking sports-car design with totalsuitability for everyday use and top performance withexemplary ecology. On the outside, the body of the new SLK emphasises itsclassic roadster proportions and puts them in the spotlight tothrilling effect. Behind the long bonnet there is a passengercompartment positioned far back, and a short tail end. Inside,the cabin is quite generous for a two-seater. Under the bonnet, the SLK 350 harbours a powerful new 6-cylinder engine, featuring the standard-specification ECOstart/stop function. This enables commendable efficiencywithout compromising on sportiness. In fact, it is up to 25%more economical than its predecessor. Yet the 306 bhp, 3498cc lump can thrust you from 0 to 62mph in just 5.6 secondsand on to a top speed of 155mph. And, amazingly, even if youflex the SLK’s muscle, the car can return up to 39.8 miles pergallon. If truth be told, the potent pocket-rocket offers fun at thewheel in every respect, with no feeble compromises. Itsucceeds in uniting sumptuous seating and high-qualityequipment with athletic prowess. All-weather drivingenjoyment – with the roof open and closed, in leisure-timeand everyday use – is also firmly anchored in the SLK’s genes.With all these attributes the all-new SLK 350 from theGerman geniuses at Mercedes-Benz is surely one of the mostrefined and practical roadsters available on the market today.Price: £44,225 New Mercedes-Benz SLK 112-115:Layout 1 11/5/12 13:03 Page 4116-117:Layout 1 11/5/12 13:03 Page 1116-117:Layout 1 11/5/12 13:03 Page 2118:Layout 1 11/5/12 13:04 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRETODAY119COUNTY MOTORINGThe Audi A1 has enjoyed hugesuccess since it first arrived on UKforecourts, winning numerous awards.It was most recently named BestLuxury Small Car of 2012 byCarBuyer’s expert panel of road testersand reviewers, who highlighted itsgood looks, fantastic drivingexperience and value for money as thebest on the market.Now desirability is married withpracticality with the arrival of themore versatile five-door Sportbackversion. Although its compact, city-friendly dimensions very closelyfollow those of the three-door A1, theA1 Sportback is actually sixmillimetres taller and six millimetreswider, and inside offers slightly morehead room and shoulder room as aresult – as well as making room for anextra passenger.Features common to the SE, Sportand S line options available for UK A1Sportback models include alloywheels, remote central locking, airconditioning, electric front and rearwindows and mirrors, split folding rearseat and a six-speaker single CDConcert audio system. Sport modeladditions include larger 16-inchwheels, sports suspension, sports seats,Bluetooth mobile phone preparationand a Driver’s Information System,while S line versions upgrade withextras such as an exclusive S lineexterior treatment including larger 17-inch alloy wheels, S line sportssuspension and leather and clothcombination upholstery.The A1 Sportback range will initiallyfeature a choice of three TFSI petrolengines and one TDI diesel producingbetween 86PS and 185PS. All bar the185PS unit will have their impressiveefficiency further enhanced byan engine start-stop system.The 1.2-litre TFSI (86PS), 1.4-litre TFSI (122PS), 1.4-litretwin-charge TFSI (185PS) and1.6-litre TDI (105PS) line-upwill be joined in the summerby a fifth member – the 2.0-litre TDI with 143PS. Justintroduced into the three-doorA1 line-up, it will power the A1Sportback 2.0 TDI to 62mph in 8.5seconds, and has the potential for68.9mpg according to the combinedcycle test.In line with the three-door A1range, the 1.6-litre TDI model willagain be the efficiency standard-bearerfor the Sportback, combining its 105PSoutput with the potential for 74.3mpgand a 99 gram CO2 output perkilometre.The new Audi A1 Sportbackcombines familiar A1 hallmarks ofexceptional quality, efficiency andtechnological sophistication with five-door, five-seat versatility. Watch out forit at your Lincolnshire Audi dealers.Small but perfectly formedThe Audi A1 is one of the most acclaimed vehicles on the road119:Layout 1 11/5/12 13:04 Page 1Next >