Today, we focus on the diverse views of our readers on the subject of renewable energy I refer to the article by Professors McInnes and Younger on their clearly described concerns that, in the absence of any informed analysis by Read more
Mark Williamson Group Business Correspondent E.ON, the German utility, has said it may sell its UK North Sea business as the company prepares to focus on renewable energy. The power giant has announced plans to split in two and spin Read more
By Graeme Strachan Almost 100 outraged campaigners have promised to fight plans for 14 wind turbines “the size of jumbo jets” in the picturesque Angus glens. A committee has now been formed to object to the application, which has been Read more
By Stuart Gillespie An energy giant has come under fire over proposals for two new windfarms. E.ON has lodged applications with the Scottish Government to build a total of 44 turbines at two sites – Benbrack near Carsphairn and Loch Read more
The ‘Wind Tree’ uses tiny blades housed in the ‘leaves’ that turn in breezes Developers hope they can be used in people’s homes and city centres They claim the tree is less obtrusive and more viable than wind turbines http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-2855155/Now-electricity-really-grow-trees-Scientists-unveil-prototype-wind-tree-uses-turbines-hidden-inside-plastic-leaves-create-power.html
By Jane Candlish Writing exclusively for the Press and Journal, the chief executive of the National Trust for Scotland, Kate Mavor, outlines the NTS’s reasons for joining the fight against the Stronelairg windfarm. “As many readers will know, the National Read more
By Sue Restan Anti-windfarm campaigners are calling for a benefactor to champion the cause of Scotland’s natural heritage to prevent massive windfarms scarring its picturesque landscape. Earlier this month, the NTS contacted its 320,000 members to highlight the John Muir Read more
The owner of a wind turbine blown down by high winds near Methlick has confirmed that work to begin replacing the structure is under way. http://www.inverurieherald.co.uk/news/work-under-way-to-replace-turbine-toppled-by-gales-1-3619163