"This indicates that the wave power resource off the Outer Hebrides is even better than what was thought to be the case, " said Mr Vogler.

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This volcanic archipelago, with its spectacular landscapes, is situated off the coast of the Hebrides.

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The Hebrides also have a living ancient language: Gaelic is more widely spoken here than anywhere else in Scotland.

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Bird haven Slimbridge in Gloucestershire, which is also the headquarters of the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust, and the Dunes Coastal Park in the Outer Hebrides have also been short listed for the Best Environment Project award.

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