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Protecting our mountains – manifesto on onshore wind farms
Author: Mountaineering Council of Scotland
Summary and introduction The mountains and wild places of Scotland are a national asset beyond price, yet they risk being irrevocably damaged by commercial wind farm developments. This document reflects the determination of the Mountaineering Council of Scotland (MCofS) to defend this precious resource. It examines some of the issues and proposes practical action to balance the need for clean energy with the need to conserve our natural heritage. As the recognised representative body for Scottish mountaineers and hill walkers . . .
More »Three Windfarm Studies and an Assessment of Infrasound: Executive Summary
Author: Tharpaland International Retreat Centre
Introduction Tharpaland International Retreat Centre (TIRC) is the main international retreat centre and residential centre for the educational programmes in Scotland of a major worldwide Buddhist tradition (see Tharpaland, 2003a and 2003c). It is located within the beautiful and isolated setting of the Forest of Ae, in Dumfries and Galloway. As Buddhists, we cherish the natural environment and all who live in it, and are committed to the development of clean and sustainable forms of energy and are therefore not . . .
More »Effects of Windfarms on Meditative Retreaters: A Human Impact Assessment
Author: Tharpaland International Retreat Centre
CONTENTS Introduction Human Impact Assessment Assessment Methodologies Ability to Develop Concentration Subjective Reports Results On the Ability to Develop Concentration On Subjective Experience Conclusions on Auditory Impact Conclusions on Visual Impact Conclusion Appendix 1 – Excerpts from Scoping Report Response Appendix 2 – Subjects Appendix 3 – Windfarm Biographies Appendix 4 – Windfarm Studies Appendix 5 – Frequency Distribution Appendix 6 – Statistical Analysis Appendix 7 – Health Effects at Other Windfarms Tharpaland International Retreat Centre, Parkgate, Dumfries DG1 3LY 2003b . . .
More »Corncrakes and Great Northern Divers: Hypocrisy and the Destruction of an Endangered Species
Author: No Tiree Array
The inshore waters of Tiree hold over 42% of the wintering population of the Great Northern Diver (aka, the Common Loon) … the proposed location is home to these beautiful birds. In 1992, Governments throughout the European Union adopted legislation designed to protect Europe’s natural resources. The legislation is called the Habitats Directive and it protects the most seriously threatened habitats and species across Europe. It complements the Birds Directive adopted in 1979. At the heart of both of these . . .
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