> > > > It is encouraging to discover so many groups locally and nationally standing against the relentless March of the Wind Turbines. > > The stakes are high. Britain could provide over 33% of the total European offshore wind energy, say experts. What offends more than anything else, Read more
Kirkcudbright Academy pupils were visited by a renewable energy worker recently to explain the importance of green energy. http://www.gallowaygazette.co.uk/news/local-headlines/pupils-are-visited-by-wind-farm-workers-1-3640111
Two community-owned wind turbines could generate profits of £1 million for Bute over the next 20 years, according to a new report. http://www.buteman.co.uk/news/local-headlines/wind-turbines-could-generate-1m-for-bute-1-3637379
The Scottish Government will take over the assets of defunct wave power company Pelamis, administrators have announced. Highland and Islands Enterprise, the Government’s economic development agency for the north, has been announced as the preferred bidder for acquiring Pelamis Wave Power Limited’s assets after it entered administration on November 21. Read more
By Jamie McKenzie Fresh calls have been made to remove wind turbines from Highland school playgrounds after a wind turbine similar to ones installed at schools crashed to the ground for a second time. The 49ft high turbine at Rhue Stoer Hall, north of Lochinver, snapped in two following a Read more
Residents in Cousland are furious after two 40ft-high wind turbines recently appeared in the village without their prior knowledge. Phil Calvert is one of the locals worried that the wind turbines, on land at Cousland Equestrian Centre, could affect local house prices. He said: “Apparently it’s all been done right Read more