ENERGY Minister Brian Wilson will recognise organisations' efforts towards power efficiency at a North-East awards ceremony.

The awards, run by Transco and The Northern Energy Initiative, encourages better use of energy across all sectors in the region.

They cover aspects of energy including the use and development of renewable sources, green transport, and combined heat and power, recognising commitment, practical contributions to efficiency, innovation, and best practice.

Certificates will be presented to The National Trust, Priory Garage Group, Durham's Framwellgate Primary School, Newcastle-based Siemens Power Generation Limited and Tees Valley Leisure.

The ceremony will take place at the Gosforth Park Hotel, in Newcastle, today, after the minister opens a centre of excellence for new and renewable energy in Blyth, Northumberland