January 13, 2014
Scotland

Wind turbine blades could be buried at end of working life

David Ewen | Evening Express | 13 Jan 2014 | www.eveningexpress.co.uk

Hundreds of huge wind turbine blades could end up having to be buried at the end of their working life.

A report for Aberdeenshire councillors has warned that recycling materials used could prove difficult.

The North-east is home to an estimated 1,000 turbines, which are said to have a life-span of up to 25 years.

The report said: “Like any other redundant machinery, wind turbines would ideally be disposed of in a sustainable manner.

“However, rotor blades are more difficult to recycle due to their complex composition and materials.”


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