Temporary wind turbine helps power Ally Pally's summer

‘Gusty Springfield’ comes to London for the first time as part of Octopus Energy’s ongoing exploration of the potential of urban wind power

The temporary wind turbine is helping to power Alexandra Palace's summer events — The temporary wind turbine is helping to power Alexandra Palace’s summer events

A temporary wind turbine is now helping to power food stands and bars at Alexandra Palace’s series of outdoor concerts this month.

The structure has been installed by Octopus Energy and forms part of the 150-year old cultural destination’s commitment to finding green energy solutions to power its future.

‘Gusty Spinfield’, as the temporary turbine was affectionately named by Octopus customers, comes fresh from a spin at Glastonbury Festival.

The turbine’s pink blades will provide a “stunning backdrop” for the legendary London venue’s summer season from 6th to 25th July.

Perched on top of the hill at Ally Pally, the 28-metre tall turbine is the height of over six London double-decker buses. It will produce enough green electricity for 300 fridges a day, paired with a battery to store any excess power so no breeze goes to waste.

The venue’s Kaleidoscope Festival on 13th July will be London’s first festival to feature wind energy. Octopus is offering customers a chance to win tickets to the festival, which will feature a stellar line-up of music, DJs and comedy performances.

This month also brings an impressive line-up of other headlining acts, including Bombay Bicycle Club (12th July), Suede and Manic Street Preachers (18th July) and Tom Odell (19th July). The ‘Summer Season’ concludes with Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds on 20th July, providing music fans with a diverse range of performances throughout the month.

An activity day for local schools is also being run to showcase the benefits of green power to young people.

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