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 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 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 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, Read more
The eagerly awaited appeal decision on the proposed GSK wind-turbines – yes or no – has been delivered, and the answer is no. Scottish Government Reporter Malcolm Mahony has come down in favour of Angus Council’s original decision, that the Read more
Communities across Scotland are being “bribed” by windfarm developers, a leading anti-turbine campaigner has claimed. Mid Scotland and Fife MSP Murdo Fraser spoke out after it was revealed that £5 million from renewable schemes is being distributed each year to Read more
Scottish Natural Heritage launched consultation on new guidance for wind farm visualisations on 23rd May and held a workshop at Battleby on 17th June which a representative of SAS attended. There was a good attendance made up of landscape architects, Read more
We would like to welcome a new member to the site that will be helping to keep the site up-to-date; Aileen Jackson who set a precedent case in court by having a successful Noise Abatement Order, against a noisy turbine Read more