A CENTRE in Lancashire aimed at helping firms save energy costs is turning into a top attraction.

The EMTEC centre at Chorley, owned by electricity firm Norweb, has reported an increasing number of visitors.

The centre aims to help find solutions to problems with production processes or energy costs.

Students studying science and technology-based subjects are also regular visitors to the centre which includes the EMTEC Experience - a multi-media presentation which highlights the economic benefits of energy efficiency.

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