Planning permission ‘an obstacle to wind energy’
Adam Bell, National Campaigns co-ordinator at RenewableUK, believes large-scale projects are needed to provide power to enough homes to make a difference.
“It takes six to eight weeks to get planning permission for a supermarket or housing estate whereas it’s months to get planning permission for a new wind farm,” he explained.
Mr Bell revealed that just 25% of applications for wind farms actually get approved, meaning the potential for improving energy efficiency is significantly reduced.
Recent research from Cardiff University shows support for renewable energy from wind is very high, even within five miles of a respondent’s home.
Nuclear power, however, was identified as being much less popular, especially if the site were to be constructed in or close to the area where the person lives.
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