This document summarizes concerns expressed by the Elma-Mornington Concerned Citizens group regarding a proposed wind turbine project in their community. It outlines objections to the project location, concerns about potential health impacts and low-frequency noise from turbines, and requests such as for a drainage management plan and property value protections. The group feels the project developer has not adequately addressed issues raised during consultation meetings.
Utilize the latest industry experience, proven technology and O&M strategies to maximize generation and reduce costs in your wind farm
North America's leading O&M focused conference is back for its fourth year, completely refreshed and re-formatted for total coverage. This is the only forum that will give you the direction and tools you need to build a comprehensive strategy to ensure success in this booming market.
Over 300 senior O&M decision makers will be in attendance to network, do business and exchange the latest industry updates. Our world class agenda will equip you with business critical information:
End of warranty options (EOW) presented: Get the blueprint for end of warranty options whether it's re-entering warranty, using an ISP or performing self service
Retrofit technology & Repowering: Understand the various types of technology available today that can be implemented in your wind operations for maximized generation
Advanced Monitoring Technologies: Data analysis - condition monitoring and SCADA solutions that have not only proof of concept, but proven ROI
Life extension of critical components: Find out what can be done to your current wind farms that will extend their life and see grater ROI on your O&M dollars
Major Part Failure, Upgrading & Repair: Discover the latest R&D that is being undertaken to reduce failure or damage to your rotor, Blade, Generator, Gearboxes, Foundations, Tower
OWI-Lab presentation - Cleantech Noctrune Powerlink - Blue Energy: a new oppo...Pieter Jan Jordaens
The document discusses offshore wind energy and opportunities for cost reduction. It notes that offshore wind has higher costs than onshore currently but production is also higher. Technological improvements could help reduce capital and operating costs while increasing energy yields. These include larger turbines, improved reliability, accessibility for maintenance, extended lifetimes, and decision support tools. The offshore wind market is forecasted to grow significantly in coming decades.
This document proposes a high-return-on-investment wind turbine design that eliminates the need for expensive yaw systems, brakes, and foundations. It would utilize ultra-high lift airfoils optimized for moderate wind speeds and constant cross-section blades that can be mass produced. Initial funding is requested to build 10 pre-production prototypes to test in various locations and demonstrate the viability of the simplified, lower-cost design. The goal is to produce a turbine that pays for itself in under 10 years without subsidies by targeting markets with consistent moderate winds.
The document summarizes potential issues from wind turbines discussed at a community meeting, including shadow flicker, ice throw, fire risks, and need for high angle rescue. Regulations in other jurisdictions limiting shadow flicker to 30 hours per year were presented. Maps showed areas affected by shadow flicker and a proposed municipal bylaw to prohibit all moving shadows beyond a landowner's property. Fire risks to homes and farms from turbines without adequate emergency plans were also discussed. The meeting aimed to raise awareness of these issues and request safety plans from turbine developers.
The document discusses the Wexford Wind Energy Strategy and its implications for Bunclody, Ireland. It notes that 13 wind farms have been granted planning permission within 5 miles of Bunclody, with 50 turbines total planned in the area. It outlines key issues for residents living near turbines, including visual impact, noise levels, and health effects. It raises concerns that the cumulative impact on the area has not been properly assessed and that public consultation was not adequate. The draft county development plan is criticized for not protecting the landscape and prioritizing private developers over community impacts.
The document discusses the potential for wind farm development in the East Riding of Yorkshire region of England. It notes ideal wind conditions in the area and hilly terrain that accelerates wind speeds. However, any development must respect local ecosystems like wetlands and meadows, avoid surface waters and coastal zones due to flooding risks, and steer clear of heritage sites. Multiple criteria like wind resources, infrastructure access, biodiversity, and community approval must be thoroughly assessed before finalizing installation plans. Further investigation is still needed, including wind measurements, grid access confirmation, ecological assessments, and ensuring local community agreement.
This document summarizes a presentation about siting variables for renewable energy projects, using the Tule Wind Power Project in Southern California as a case study. The presentation discusses Iberdrola Renewables, the developer, and provides an overview of the Tule Wind Project. It then covers general siting variables like environmental impacts to birds and bats, noise, visual impacts, and landowner interest. The presentation also describes Iberdrola's internal siting requirements like transmission access, wind resources, and setback constraints. Maps show the project area and constraints considered during siting.
In October 2013, a bushfire destroyed 196 homes in the Blue Mountains region of New South Wales, Australia. Residents filed a class action lawsuit against the local power company alleging that a fallen tree caused a power line to arc and ignite the fire. The power company denied responsibility, claiming they properly maintained trees near power lines. After a 4.5 year legal process, the court found that arcing from trees falling on unmaintained power lines during a period of high winds and heat likely caused the fires. The rulings prompted the power company to invest more in vegetation management, inspection programs, and technology to help prevent similar incidents in the future.
Utilize the latest industry experience, proven technology and O&M strategies to maximize generation and reduce costs in your wind farm
North America's leading O&M focused conference is back for its fourth year, completely refreshed and re-formatted for total coverage. This is the only forum that will give you the direction and tools you need to build a comprehensive strategy to ensure success in this booming market.
Over 300 senior O&M decision makers will be in attendance to network, do business and exchange the latest industry updates. Our world class agenda will equip you with business critical information:
End of warranty options (EOW) presented: Get the blueprint for end of warranty options whether it's re-entering warranty, using an ISP or performing self service
Retrofit technology & Repowering: Understand the various types of technology available today that can be implemented in your wind operations for maximized generation
Advanced Monitoring Technologies: Data analysis - condition monitoring and SCADA solutions that have not only proof of concept, but proven ROI
Life extension of critical components: Find out what can be done to your current wind farms that will extend their life and see grater ROI on your O&M dollars
Major Part Failure, Upgrading & Repair: Discover the latest R&D that is being undertaken to reduce failure or damage to your rotor, Blade, Generator, Gearboxes, Foundations, Tower
OWI-Lab presentation - Cleantech Noctrune Powerlink - Blue Energy: a new oppo...Pieter Jan Jordaens
The document discusses offshore wind energy and opportunities for cost reduction. It notes that offshore wind has higher costs than onshore currently but production is also higher. Technological improvements could help reduce capital and operating costs while increasing energy yields. These include larger turbines, improved reliability, accessibility for maintenance, extended lifetimes, and decision support tools. The offshore wind market is forecasted to grow significantly in coming decades.
This document proposes a high-return-on-investment wind turbine design that eliminates the need for expensive yaw systems, brakes, and foundations. It would utilize ultra-high lift airfoils optimized for moderate wind speeds and constant cross-section blades that can be mass produced. Initial funding is requested to build 10 pre-production prototypes to test in various locations and demonstrate the viability of the simplified, lower-cost design. The goal is to produce a turbine that pays for itself in under 10 years without subsidies by targeting markets with consistent moderate winds.
The document summarizes potential issues from wind turbines discussed at a community meeting, including shadow flicker, ice throw, fire risks, and need for high angle rescue. Regulations in other jurisdictions limiting shadow flicker to 30 hours per year were presented. Maps showed areas affected by shadow flicker and a proposed municipal bylaw to prohibit all moving shadows beyond a landowner's property. Fire risks to homes and farms from turbines without adequate emergency plans were also discussed. The meeting aimed to raise awareness of these issues and request safety plans from turbine developers.
The document discusses the Wexford Wind Energy Strategy and its implications for Bunclody, Ireland. It notes that 13 wind farms have been granted planning permission within 5 miles of Bunclody, with 50 turbines total planned in the area. It outlines key issues for residents living near turbines, including visual impact, noise levels, and health effects. It raises concerns that the cumulative impact on the area has not been properly assessed and that public consultation was not adequate. The draft county development plan is criticized for not protecting the landscape and prioritizing private developers over community impacts.
The document discusses the potential for wind farm development in the East Riding of Yorkshire region of England. It notes ideal wind conditions in the area and hilly terrain that accelerates wind speeds. However, any development must respect local ecosystems like wetlands and meadows, avoid surface waters and coastal zones due to flooding risks, and steer clear of heritage sites. Multiple criteria like wind resources, infrastructure access, biodiversity, and community approval must be thoroughly assessed before finalizing installation plans. Further investigation is still needed, including wind measurements, grid access confirmation, ecological assessments, and ensuring local community agreement.
This document summarizes a presentation about siting variables for renewable energy projects, using the Tule Wind Power Project in Southern California as a case study. The presentation discusses Iberdrola Renewables, the developer, and provides an overview of the Tule Wind Project. It then covers general siting variables like environmental impacts to birds and bats, noise, visual impacts, and landowner interest. The presentation also describes Iberdrola's internal siting requirements like transmission access, wind resources, and setback constraints. Maps show the project area and constraints considered during siting.
In October 2013, a bushfire destroyed 196 homes in the Blue Mountains region of New South Wales, Australia. Residents filed a class action lawsuit against the local power company alleging that a fallen tree caused a power line to arc and ignite the fire. The power company denied responsibility, claiming they properly maintained trees near power lines. After a 4.5 year legal process, the court found that arcing from trees falling on unmaintained power lines during a period of high winds and heat likely caused the fires. The rulings prompted the power company to invest more in vegetation management, inspection programs, and technology to help prevent similar incidents in the future.
The document summarizes a request for a zone change from Light Manufacturing (ML) and Heavy Manufacturing (MH) to allow for activities in the MH zone on three properties totaling 20.059 acres located east of Gateway Drive and FM 380 in San Angelo. One notification was received in opposition. The staff recommends approving the zone change and the Planning Commission voted 4-1 to approve. The options for City Council are to approve, remand back to Planning Commission, or deny the proposed zone change.
Islington Council rejected a proposal to add mansard roofs to 10 homes in Wilton Square. The proposal sought to address housing needs for families, improve energy efficiency and climate resilience, and preserve historic features. The council argued the mansards would damage the conservation area and historic character. However, the proposal had strong support from residents and the MP and offered climate benefits. Inconsistencies in Islington's conservation area policies fail families seeking more space and opportunities for green retrofits on historic homes.
This document provides an overview of planning logistics and summarizes three case studies that demonstrate how planning policies were applied:
1) A logistics hub near Manchester Airport was approved despite being in the green belt after demonstrating exceptional circumstances and mitigating environmental impacts.
2) Warehouses in Kent were allowed due to the site's industrial history and conditions that reduced impacts from traffic and noise compared to previous uses.
3) Replacement warehouses in Lancashire were approved as they aligned with policies supporting economic growth and expansion within employment areas, while addressing design, parking, and landscaping issues.
Maine has abundant renewable energy resources such as bioenergy, wind, hydropower, ocean, and others. Non-hydro renewables account for 32% of in-state generation, more than any other state. Maine is also home to the first tidal energy device connected to the power grid and the first offshore wind turbine in the US as of 2014. The document then discusses various renewable energy sources like solar, wind, tidal, wave, geothermal, and biofuels, providing details on each technology and listing advantages and disadvantages.
Presented to VCE Environmental Science students online on 2-5-2012 by Thomas Wright, Senior Ecologist at AECOM. Relevant to Unit 3: Biodiversity and Unit 4: Environmental Management Systems.
The document provides information about using socket covers outside of the UK and warns of potential hazards. It advises checking regulations in other countries and that socket covers do not meet UK safety standards. While intended to increase safety, reviews suggest socket covers can be difficult to remove and improper removal risks electric shock. The document recommends against using socket covers in healthcare or housing in the UK.
This document discusses proposed amendments to zoning ordinances for three new zoning districts in the Wellborn area: Wellborn Estate (WE), Wellborn Restricted Suburban (WRS), and Wellborn Commercial (WC). For each district, it provides information on permitted land uses and architectural standards. It notes a public meeting was held in November 2015 to gather feedback, and revised drafts were then posted online for a three week review period. Future public hearings will be held before the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council.
Wind Farm Forum 2015: Ecological Risk Mitigation for the Australian Wind Indu...Aaron Organ
This document summarizes a presentation on ecological risk mitigation lessons learned from Australia's wind industry over the past 10 years. It discusses relevant legislation and policies, and provides three case studies: 1) Brolga breeding surveys where collaborative surveys provided robust data to inform guidelines, 2) The importance of fully assessing project footprints and buffers to avoid additional costs from further assessments or inability to modify designs, and 3) Ensuring approval conditions are informed by comprehensive ecological surveys and stakeholder engagement to reduce project risks and costs. The key lessons are to identify risks upfront through accurate assessments, allow flexibility, collaborate, communicate well, and ensure certainty to minimize costs and delays.
The John Muir Trust is a UK organization that aims to protect and enhance wild land areas. It owns 9 key wild land areas and works with communities to manage land. The Trust defines wild land as large, scenic areas with minimal human development that have ecological and spiritual value. Wild land faces threats from infrastructure like power lines and wind farms. The Trust advocates for stronger protections like new designations and expanded national parks. It discusses challenges around different administrations not having joined-up thinking on environment and development policies. The Trust aims to ensure wild places are valued and protected for future generations.
Ballynagran Community Meeting-presentation-16-07-2014valuser
The document summarizes a community meeting about a proposed small wind turbine project in Ballynagran, Ireland. It introduces the wind energy project team and explains that the project aims to generate electricity from the turbine to benefit the local community. It describes the selected turbine location, provides visualizations of what the turbine may look like from different views, and outlines the potential costs, electricity generation capacity, and benefits for the community from income generated by selling electricity to the grid. It also addresses some concerns about the visual and noise impacts and next steps to obtain community feedback.
This document provides an overview of various renewable energy sources including solar, wind, tidal, wave, geothermal, and biofuels. For each energy source, it discusses the basic principles and mechanisms, examples of applications, as well as the main advantages and limitations. Maine is highlighted as a leader in renewable energy with significant wind and tidal resources, including the country's first grid-connected tidal and offshore wind devices.
Environmental modeling and environmental impact assessments finalSanjay Singh
The document discusses environmental impact assessments and modeling in the hydrocarbon industry, providing definitions and guidelines for assessing impacts, and examines case studies of projects in Russia, Peru, Mozambique, and Alaska that required extensive environmental review and mitigation due to operating in sensitive ecosystems.
Should Vermont's Ridges Be Developed For Wind Power?Energize Vermont
Professor Ben Luce analyzes whether it makes sense to develop Vermont's wind resource atop its many ridgelines or if there are better alternatives with less impact on natural resources and communities.
This document summarizes permitting policies and challenges for offshore wind projects. It discusses the different permitting authorities and regulations for projects in federal waters versus state waters. It provides an overview of the current state of offshore wind development in the US, including several ongoing projects. It also outlines the transition of permitting authority between the Minerals Management Service and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
The document summarizes a community meeting about a proposed small wind turbine project in Ballynagran, Ireland. It introduces the project team and discusses the goals of generating income for the local community. It describes the proposed location, turbine details, estimated costs and electricity generation. It also addresses potential objections and next steps to obtain community feedback and volunteers. The overall aim is to benefit the community impacted by a nearby landfill through a renewable energy project.
This document summarizes concerns about the proposed Northeast Energy Direct (NED) pipeline project. It outlines key details about the project, including its large capacity and high pressure, and notes safety concerns about ruptures and explosions from gas transmission lines. It also discusses potential impacts on landowners, including through eminent domain, and health concerns about air and water pollution from compressor stations. The document questions whether there is actually a need for additional gas capacity and argues that alternatives like energy efficiency and renewables should be prioritized over investing in fossil fuel infrastructure. It concludes by noting public opposition to the project in Massachusetts.
The document summarizes a request for a zone change from Light Manufacturing (ML) and Heavy Manufacturing (MH) to allow for activities in the MH zone on three properties totaling 20.059 acres located east of Gateway Drive and FM 380 in San Angelo. One notification was received in opposition. The staff recommends approving the zone change and the Planning Commission voted 4-1 to approve. The options for City Council are to approve, remand back to Planning Commission, or deny the proposed zone change.
Islington Council rejected a proposal to add mansard roofs to 10 homes in Wilton Square. The proposal sought to address housing needs for families, improve energy efficiency and climate resilience, and preserve historic features. The council argued the mansards would damage the conservation area and historic character. However, the proposal had strong support from residents and the MP and offered climate benefits. Inconsistencies in Islington's conservation area policies fail families seeking more space and opportunities for green retrofits on historic homes.
This document provides an overview of planning logistics and summarizes three case studies that demonstrate how planning policies were applied:
1) A logistics hub near Manchester Airport was approved despite being in the green belt after demonstrating exceptional circumstances and mitigating environmental impacts.
2) Warehouses in Kent were allowed due to the site's industrial history and conditions that reduced impacts from traffic and noise compared to previous uses.
3) Replacement warehouses in Lancashire were approved as they aligned with policies supporting economic growth and expansion within employment areas, while addressing design, parking, and landscaping issues.
Maine has abundant renewable energy resources such as bioenergy, wind, hydropower, ocean, and others. Non-hydro renewables account for 32% of in-state generation, more than any other state. Maine is also home to the first tidal energy device connected to the power grid and the first offshore wind turbine in the US as of 2014. The document then discusses various renewable energy sources like solar, wind, tidal, wave, geothermal, and biofuels, providing details on each technology and listing advantages and disadvantages.
Presented to VCE Environmental Science students online on 2-5-2012 by Thomas Wright, Senior Ecologist at AECOM. Relevant to Unit 3: Biodiversity and Unit 4: Environmental Management Systems.
The document provides information about using socket covers outside of the UK and warns of potential hazards. It advises checking regulations in other countries and that socket covers do not meet UK safety standards. While intended to increase safety, reviews suggest socket covers can be difficult to remove and improper removal risks electric shock. The document recommends against using socket covers in healthcare or housing in the UK.
This document discusses proposed amendments to zoning ordinances for three new zoning districts in the Wellborn area: Wellborn Estate (WE), Wellborn Restricted Suburban (WRS), and Wellborn Commercial (WC). For each district, it provides information on permitted land uses and architectural standards. It notes a public meeting was held in November 2015 to gather feedback, and revised drafts were then posted online for a three week review period. Future public hearings will be held before the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council.
Wind Farm Forum 2015: Ecological Risk Mitigation for the Australian Wind Indu...Aaron Organ
This document summarizes a presentation on ecological risk mitigation lessons learned from Australia's wind industry over the past 10 years. It discusses relevant legislation and policies, and provides three case studies: 1) Brolga breeding surveys where collaborative surveys provided robust data to inform guidelines, 2) The importance of fully assessing project footprints and buffers to avoid additional costs from further assessments or inability to modify designs, and 3) Ensuring approval conditions are informed by comprehensive ecological surveys and stakeholder engagement to reduce project risks and costs. The key lessons are to identify risks upfront through accurate assessments, allow flexibility, collaborate, communicate well, and ensure certainty to minimize costs and delays.
The John Muir Trust is a UK organization that aims to protect and enhance wild land areas. It owns 9 key wild land areas and works with communities to manage land. The Trust defines wild land as large, scenic areas with minimal human development that have ecological and spiritual value. Wild land faces threats from infrastructure like power lines and wind farms. The Trust advocates for stronger protections like new designations and expanded national parks. It discusses challenges around different administrations not having joined-up thinking on environment and development policies. The Trust aims to ensure wild places are valued and protected for future generations.
Ballynagran Community Meeting-presentation-16-07-2014valuser
The document summarizes a community meeting about a proposed small wind turbine project in Ballynagran, Ireland. It introduces the wind energy project team and explains that the project aims to generate electricity from the turbine to benefit the local community. It describes the selected turbine location, provides visualizations of what the turbine may look like from different views, and outlines the potential costs, electricity generation capacity, and benefits for the community from income generated by selling electricity to the grid. It also addresses some concerns about the visual and noise impacts and next steps to obtain community feedback.
This document provides an overview of various renewable energy sources including solar, wind, tidal, wave, geothermal, and biofuels. For each energy source, it discusses the basic principles and mechanisms, examples of applications, as well as the main advantages and limitations. Maine is highlighted as a leader in renewable energy with significant wind and tidal resources, including the country's first grid-connected tidal and offshore wind devices.
Environmental modeling and environmental impact assessments finalSanjay Singh
The document discusses environmental impact assessments and modeling in the hydrocarbon industry, providing definitions and guidelines for assessing impacts, and examines case studies of projects in Russia, Peru, Mozambique, and Alaska that required extensive environmental review and mitigation due to operating in sensitive ecosystems.
Should Vermont's Ridges Be Developed For Wind Power?Energize Vermont
Professor Ben Luce analyzes whether it makes sense to develop Vermont's wind resource atop its many ridgelines or if there are better alternatives with less impact on natural resources and communities.
This document summarizes permitting policies and challenges for offshore wind projects. It discusses the different permitting authorities and regulations for projects in federal waters versus state waters. It provides an overview of the current state of offshore wind development in the US, including several ongoing projects. It also outlines the transition of permitting authority between the Minerals Management Service and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
The document summarizes a community meeting about a proposed small wind turbine project in Ballynagran, Ireland. It introduces the project team and discusses the goals of generating income for the local community. It describes the proposed location, turbine details, estimated costs and electricity generation. It also addresses potential objections and next steps to obtain community feedback and volunteers. The overall aim is to benefit the community impacted by a nearby landfill through a renewable energy project.
This document summarizes concerns about the proposed Northeast Energy Direct (NED) pipeline project. It outlines key details about the project, including its large capacity and high pressure, and notes safety concerns about ruptures and explosions from gas transmission lines. It also discusses potential impacts on landowners, including through eminent domain, and health concerns about air and water pollution from compressor stations. The document questions whether there is actually a need for additional gas capacity and argues that alternatives like energy efficiency and renewables should be prioritized over investing in fossil fuel infrastructure. It concludes by noting public opposition to the project in Massachusetts.
North Perth and Perth East: Not a Willing Host for Industrial Wind Turbines
1. Overview of Wind Turbine
Project
Community Information Meeting
April 3, 2013
April 3, 2013 Elma-Mornington Concerned Citizens
2. Not a Willing Host
• Objection is not to the look of the turbines
• North Perth/Perth East is different than other
areas proposed for turbines
– Class 1 agricultural land should be protected
– Very intensive livestock production
– Dense population exposed to health issues
• Turbines represent a real threat to our economy
• Invenergy has shown no willingness in public
meetings to address concerns raised by this
community
April 3, 2013 Elma-Mornington Concerned Citizens
3. Information on Proposed Project
• Conestogo Wind Farm proposed by Invenergy Canada
which is subsidiary of US firm
• Granted ‘Feed-in-Tariff’ contract for 69 MW in 2009
• Leased land from 8 families; 4 of them now want out of
their contracts
• Proposing 26 turbines @ 2.78MW/turbine
– 22 in North Perth; 4 in Perth East
• Linked to the Hydro One grid at a sub-station near
Hawkesville in Wellesley Township
• Turbines connected to sub-station by underground
collector lines
April 3, 2013 Elma-Mornington Concerned Citizens
4. Approval Process
• Minimum Consultation Requirements
– Initial Public Meeting – June 2012
– Provide draft documentation for 60 days – December 2012
– Second Public Meeting – February 2013
• Prepare and Submit Final Documentation to MOE
• MOE reviews for completeness
• Posted to comment period – 30 – 45 days
• Final assessment & decision by MOE – max 6 months
• If approved – appeal to Environmental Review Tribunal
April 3, 2013 Elma-Mornington Concerned Citizens
5. Invenergy Project Status
• Invenergy has technically gone through all of
the required consultation steps
• North Perth advised MOE that requirements
for final consultation were not met:
– Documentation incomplete
– No response to issues from initial public meeting
– Building permits omitted
• MOE – Mar 19 – understand that Invenergy is
‘continuing with their consultation efforts’
April 3, 2013 Elma-Mornington Concerned Citizens
6. Changes to Approval Process
• February 19 Throne Speech
– Looking for willing host communities
– Proponents need to address residents’ concerns
• Minister of Energy - Bob Chiarelli – March 27
– ‘Much more control in hands of local communities’
• Premier Kathleen Wynne – March 28
– New rules coming – ‘municipal control and autonomy
over placement of turbines’
• Final Rules Unknown
– Actual changes to municipal powers?
– Changes apply to which projects?
April 3, 2013 Elma-Mornington Concerned Citizens
7. Turbine Siting Rules
• Existing Buildings Considered In Plan
– Dwellings, schools, day nurseries, a health care facility,
a community centre and churches.
– Agricultural and industrial buildings not included
• Building Permits
– Permit issued under the Building Code Act for a
building where construction has not commenced.
• Effective Date
– Day before published notice of the draft site plan
• Draft Site Plan dated August 7, 2012
• MOE response to resident – building permits
must be respected
April 3, 2013 Elma-Mornington Concerned Citizens
8. Vacant Lot Receptors
• Project plans must also consider accessible vacant lots that have
been zoned to permit a residence by identifying a ‘vacant lot
receptor’ for each vacant lot.
• Vacant lot receptor is where:
– ‘building would reasonably be expected to be located, having regard to
the existing zoning by-law and the typical building pattern in the area’.
• Considerations for typical building pattern:
– Minimum distance separation from livestock barns
– Flood plains or other seasonally wet areas
– Dust from gravel road, access to paved road
– Too close to collector lines
• Landowners can request changes in location of vacant lot receptor
chosen by Invenergy. No approval or building permit required.
April 3, 2013 Elma-Mornington Concerned Citizens
9. Health Impact
• Reports from residents living among the 115 turbines in Kincardine
Enbridge Project
• Continual vibrating/pulsing sensation felt throughout the body
when turbines operate
• Symptoms reported
– High pitched ringing in ears, tinnitus
– Uncomfortable to painful pressure building up in the ears
– Headaches, dizziness, light headedness, vertigo
– Heart palpitations, chest tension, elevated blood pressure
– Inability to sleep, loss of concentration,
– cognitive impairment, mood disorders
• Symptoms lessen when away from homes for 1-2 hrs.
• Reports labeled ‘absolutely legitimate’ by Grey-Bruce Medical
Officer of Health, Dr. Hazel Lynn
10. MOE Regulation of Turbine Noise
• Testing restricted to audible noise
– Only ‘a-weighted’ sounds that human ear can hear
– No consideration for low frequency noise/infrasound
• Applied through computer noise models
– Assume ground is always soft with vegetative cover
– Questionable modeling of multiple turbines
– No validation of models with real experience
• All testing takes place outside homes when reported
problems are worse inside homes
• No testing recommended in winter when problems are
worse as MOE-specified microphones can freeze
11. Invenergy Noise Levels
• Limit for audible noise is 40 dBA
• Predicted noise levels by Invenergy
– 7 homes receive 40 dBA
– 36 homes receive 39 dBA
– 34 homes receive 38 dBA
• Even small errors in noise estimates will mean
that these homes could be over legal limit
• Worst area is along Line 72 (10th) where 19
receptors are predicted to receive 39 or 40 dBA
April 3, 2013 Elma-Mornington Concerned Citizens
12. Low Frequency Noise/Infrasound
• Symptoms reported consistent with low frequency noise/ infrasound;
not audible noise
• Linked to wind turbine health issues by recent studies
– Alec Salt – August 2012
• infrasound from wind turbines can cause harm to human health
• harm may be irreversible for people with long exposure
– Nissenbaum, Aramini and Hanning - Sept/Oct 2012
• People within 1.4 km of turbines had worse sleep and impaired mental health
– Rand, Ambrose and Krogh - 2012
• Elevated levels of low frequency noise present in homes close to Falmouth,
Massachusetts turbines. Researchers reported symptoms.
– Watts and Watts – September 2012
• Medical doctor reviews literature on ‘Noise and Health’ as response to specific
wind turbine project near Canberra Australia.
– Wisconsin Study of Shirley Wind Project – January 2013
• 4 acousticians run concurrent studies of noise in abandoned homes
• Low frequency noise/infrasound linked to turbines present
13. Impact on Drainage
• Project has potential to affect drainage patterns in area
– Change or block natural water courses
– Block municipal drains
– Damage private drains
– Contaminate run-off
• Need to anticipate and prevent problems; not fix later
• North Perth requested a Comprehensive Drainage
Management Plan for all areas affected by turbine,
road access and collector line construction before any
construction is started.
• Property owners with specific concerns should identify
these to MOE immediately with copy to municipality
April 3, 2013 Elma-Mornington Concerned Citizens
14. Property Values
• Experience in other communities suggest that wind
turbines can decrease property values by 20% to 35%
– Freestanding houses and small parcels of land are affected
– Impact unclear on parcels of farmland
• Ontario Real Estate Board requires declaration of
existing or proposed turbines within 2 kilometres when
selling property
• North Perth asked for Property Value Protection
Program be included in approval
• Invenergy rejected proposal as too complex
• Residents who are concerned should raise issue with
MOE and support Property Value Protection Plan.
April 3, 2013 Elma-Mornington Concerned Citizens
15. Air Ambulances
• Air ambulance is a key part of health infrastructure:
– Ability to fly in less than ideal weather conditions
– Direct routes from Listowel to London & Hamilton
hospitals
– Flexibility to land at accident locations
• Need 1 kilometer horizontal and 500 meter vertical
separation from turbine wakes
• Invenergy requested to provide a 2 kilometer wide
corridor for air ambulances south from Listowel
• MOE advised one resident to work with municipality
April 3, 2013 Elma-Mornington Concerned Citizens