An international film series investigating the power of solar and water energy is set to inspire audiences at a Tameside arts centre.

Paying tribute to the power of renewables around the world, from the Black Forest to Lebanon, the Vale in Mossley will host eight thought-provoking short films over two evenings.

Supported by Saddleworth Community Hydro's sustainability grants, each screening will be with question-and-answer sessions with environmental experts.

The first evening, Thursday, August 29, will explore the promise of solar power with three short documentaries including While Burning in the Sun.

This 2010 film follows 26-year-old Daniel Dembele as he returns to his native Mali to establish the country's first business producing solar panels.

The Vale's film night on Thursday 5 September 2024, meanwhile, remains focused on water as a renewable source and the importance of keeping our waterways clean.

A selection of shorts will include The Power of Water, and afterwards, Mossley’s waterways champion, Sam Clayton, will talk about his efforts to highlight river pollutants.

Amelia Bayliss, general manager, The Vale, said: "We're thrilled to be screening this eclectic mix of films focusing on renewable energy and the environment."

She added: "As we work hard to make The Vale more sustainable, with solar panels and a micro-hydro generator, we are pleased to share these stories of communities coming together to take energy into their own hands, as well as a reminder to take care of our natural world."

Before the film screening, guests are invited to partake in interactive workshops.

On the evening of the ‘sun series’, attendees can learn how to glean a sunflower head, benefitting garden birds.

The workshops run from 6pm and The event begins at 7.30pm.