The controversial Stewartry windfarm saga blew up again this week with the unveiling of plans for another 23 massive turbines. Protesters said the proposals showed a “woeful disregard” for the area. But the companies behind the developments, one of three and the other of 20 turbines, all of which will Read more
Controversial plans have been unveiled for a wind farm on a beauty spot overlooking the Clyde. Greenock-based 2020 Renewables has submitted its detailed planning application for Inverclyde Wind Farm, near Corlic Hill, Greenock. The company is proposing to construct a 10-turbine wind farm with an installed capacity of up to Read more
As a group of eight organisations with more than 350,000 members who value Scotland’s high quality landscapes, we commend the Scottish Government for recognising the value of Scotland’s wild land, which is without price. However, we must emphasise that all impacts upon valued areas need to be managed, not simply Read more
CONSENT is being sought for one of the most significant offshore wind farms in Scottish waters. The scheme, at Inch Cape Wind Farm in the Outer Firth of Tay, would see up to 213 turbines, the tallest more than 700ft, installed across an area more than twice the size of Read more