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Wind farm opponents face uphill battle
There are many cases where people living near large turbines have claimed to have suffered negative health effects due to their continuous operation. ...This week there was a small bit of hopeful news for those opposed to the wind farm concept when State Sen. Frank Lasee (R-DePere) suggested that the PUC adjust its rules and move future turbines further away from homes. He also suggests the state take a closer look the possible health impact of wind farms.
July 13, 2012
in New Richmond News
You can hardly blame residents in the Town of Forest who are fighting to stop the construction of a wind farm in their community.
There are many cases where people living near large turbines have claimed to have suffered negative health effects due to their continuous operation. A 2010 documentary, titled "Windfall," is an incredibly one-sided account of what happened in one New York community that considered allowing the construction of large turbines there. Even though it doesn't provide a balanced account of the whole story, the documentary is an eye-opening experience to watch.
After some research, a majority of people... [continue via Web link]
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