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Anti-wind campaigners cost English economy £1.3bn
04.11.2010  
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Residents in England who campaign against the build of wind farms stand to cost the economy £1.3bn in lost opportunities, according to a new report, which stresses the size of investment that could be leveraged before 2030.

Industry trade body RenewableUK commissioned a report that said England stands to gain more than £1.3bn in wind energy investments if all onshore wind farm developments currently seeking approval are agreed.
If these projects get the go-ahead they will result directly in increased business and jobs for local communities, but despite this many renewable energy projects can still face fierce opposition.
The investment opportunities that are available are outlined in a report commissioned by RenewableUK from GL Garrad Hassan, a remewable energy focused consultancy.
Maria McCaffery, CEO RenewableUK said aesthetic concerns may often be the grounds for refusal of windfarm developments at planning stage, but they can also be viewed as selfish concerns when considered against the tangible benefits that wind energy can bring.
‘By halting developments, anti-windfarm campaigners are doing their local communities a disservice, and one that no-one can afford in these difficult economic times,’ McCaffery said.
Under government plans, renewable energy projects will also be able to provide 100 per cent of business rates payable to local authorities, and local community initiatives will be supported financially through funds agreed at part of the planning process.


 
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