Wind Energy Impacts and Issues. Wind turbine placement must consider vibration effect on animals. Although the study of the impact of industrial wind farms on migration is necessary and commendable, it is my concern that not nearly enough attention is being paid to the seismic vibrations generated by these wind farms. I can also hear … Continue reading Wind turbine vibration effect on animals.
Tourists shun areas hit by wind turbine ‘blight’ in Scotland.
A Survey of the highlands area in Scotland shows that 40% of visitors would avoid or eliminate areas with turbines. Like Maine and Scotland Upper Michigan is an area whose pristine countryside and unspoiled vistas attract visitors from around the world. A study by Views of Scotland found that: 80% of visitors came to the area … Continue reading Tourists shun areas hit by wind turbine ‘blight’ in Scotland.
The Sales Pitch: Wind projects use existing logging roads. – FALSE
The Sales Pitch: Wind projects use existing logging roads. The Truth: Wind industry would love for us to believe that. Unfortunately it is not true. Logging roads are not adequate for wind turbines. The truth is that logging roads and skidder trails are nothing like the roads that are being built to haul each … Continue reading The Sales Pitch: Wind projects use existing logging roads. – FALSE
40 to 50 or 132? Industrial Turbines 500 Feet Tall are Proposed for The Huron Mountains
40 to 50 Industrial Turbines 500 feet tall are proposed to be sited along the ridges of the Huron Mountains in Upper Michigan. The Original FAA application in 2016 included 120 turbine sites, along with another 12 FAA Applications submitted in 2017. The ridgelines include Mount Arvon the highest point in the State of Michigan, … Continue reading 40 to 50 or 132? Industrial Turbines 500 Feet Tall are Proposed for The Huron Mountains
Horizon and skyline of Lake Winnebago dominated by 400 foot turbines.
Lake Winnebago Horizon is Marred by Turbines 11 Miles Away. Eleven miles across the lake the horizon and skyline of Lake Winnebago in Wisconsin is dominated by 400 foot turbines. The proposed 500 foot turbines for the Huron Mountains, will dominate the horizon and skyline view from Houghton to Baraga, and anywhere else the Hurons … Continue reading Horizon and skyline of Lake Winnebago dominated by 400 foot turbines.
WILD HIGHLANDS Wind Action Coalition
The Wild Highlands Wind Action Coalition is a diverse stakeholder group advocating an environmentally-protective approach to industrial-scale wind generation in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Keep the Huron Mountains wild! - Visit Wild Highlands
Met Towers
Wind data collection station installed on top of scenic Mt. Arvon, which is the highest natural landmark in the State of Michigan.
The Journey Matters.
The Wilderness Experience and the adventure of the journey are what the Huron Mountains are about. It does not matter whether someone is on walking, hiking, on snowshoes, ski's, snowmobiles, ORV's, ATV's, four-wheel drive, or heading as far as you can with whatever vehicle you have. When locals and tourists hit the trails, it is the … Continue reading The Journey Matters.
Retiring worn-out wind turbines could cost billions that nobody has
Retiring worn-out wind turbines could cost billions that nobody has | Energy Central | Source: Valley Morning Star HARLINGEN - This is a story about death and resurrection, and as with all such stories, faith plays its part. And here, as we confront the end days of a wind turbine, our story begins. Deregulating the field … Continue reading Retiring worn-out wind turbines could cost billions that nobody has
Save The Huron Mountains 