Wind Turbines and Health
Monday, 24 January 2011 14:55
Wind power has been gaining prominence as a viable sustainable alternative to other forms of energy production. Studies have found that there is increasing population demand for ‘green’energy1,2. In Australia, this has been encouraged by the
introduction of the Renewable Energy (Electricity) Act in 2000 and the Renewable Energy Target Scheme in 2009.
As with any new technology, wind turbines are not without controversy. Those who oppose the development of wind
farms contend that wind turbines can adversely impact the health of individuals living in close proximity.
Do Wind Turbines impact on health?
Please goto http://www.cleanenergycouncil.org.au/cec/technologies/wind/turbinefactsheets to read the whole article.
introduction of the Renewable Energy (Electricity) Act in 2000 and the Renewable Energy Target Scheme in 2009.
As with any new technology, wind turbines are not without controversy. Those who oppose the development of wind
farms contend that wind turbines can adversely impact the health of individuals living in close proximity.
Do Wind Turbines impact on health?
Please goto http://www.cleanenergycouncil.org.au/cec/technologies/wind/turbinefactsheets to read the whole article.