Labour's proposal to ease planning rules for the installation of 100ft wind turbines on business and school properties could potentially interfere with UK defence radar systems, impacting navigation and air traffic control. The Department …

The Emmet County Board of Supervisors approved an amendment to the 2013 wind energy zoning ordinance, tightening regulations on noise levels, shadow flicker, and turbine decommissioning to prevent soil contamination. The revised ordinance …

The Box Car Wind project, developed by Apex Clean Energy, plans to install 8 to 15 wind turbines in Aetna Township, Pipestone County, potentially generating 1,000 megawatts to power up to 370,000 homes. The project will span multiple …

At a conference in the European Parliament, experts discussed the health and environmental impacts of wind turbines, focusing on infrasound, a low-frequency noise that is inaudible but potentially harmful. Concerns were raised about its …

Police in South Korea have launched an investigation into a fire at a wind turbine in Yeongdeok, which resulted in the deaths of three maintenance workers. The Gyeongbuk Provincial Police Agency is questioning the wind turbine operator's …

Following a deadly fire at the Yeongdeok wind farm that resulted in three fatalities, the local county chief is advocating for the dismantling of all wind turbines at the site, citing their age and history of accidents. The mayor plans to …

A proposal by RWE to construct six wind turbines in south Wales was rejected due to its negative impact on the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park and local landscape. The plan, deemed a Development of National Significance, was turned down …

The Trump administration has spent nearly $1 billion to cancel two offshore wind farm projects along the East Coast, buying out the federal water leases from TotalEnergies. This move aligns with Trump's broader strategy to halt wind …

Three workers died in a fire at Wind Turbine No. 19 in Yeongdeok, South Korea, while inspecting blade cracks. The fire spread, prompting the deployment of 11 helicopters and extensive emergency personnel to manage the situation and …

A wind turbine blade on Wolfe Island unexpectedly detached and fell, leading to the shutdown of the wind farm operated by TransAlta. The incident, described as unusual by both the company and Mayor Judy Greenwood-Speers, occurred during …

The Björkvattnet wind farm in northern Sweden, managed by OX2 for Infravia Capital Partners, experienced its third GE turbine blade failure, adding to previous construction incidents and blade breaks in 2021 and 2022. No injuries were …

The Eastern Cape, known as South Africa's "wind province," hosts the country's largest wind farm and has significant potential for further wind energy projects. However, these developments pose a threat to the local Cape vulture …

In Oklahoma, a contentious debate continues over wind farm setbacks, with Rep. Jim Shaw advocating for SB2, a bill mandating minimum distances for wind turbine placement relative to residential and non-participating properties. Despite …

The Trump administration is considering a new approach to hinder the offshore wind industry by proposing settlements to cancel leases for two wind projects while compensating TotalEnergies with nearly $1 billion. This strategy follows …

Defence experts warn that Ed Miliband's wind farm initiatives could hinder the UK's ability to develop an effective radar-based anti-missile system similar to Israel's Iron Dome, leaving the country vulnerable to drone attacks. The wind …

Councillor Drew Millar resigned as chair of Highland Council's north planning committee after legal advice suggested his comment opposing a wind farm could be seen as a bias against all renewable developments. Despite his intention not to …

Maryland Governor Wes Moore proposes to use hundreds of millions from the state's clean energy fund to help cover a $1.4 billion budget deficit. This move, which would total over $1 billion taken in two years, risks Maryland falling …

A proposed GOP bill in Wisconsin would require local government approval for solar and wind projects over 15 megawatts before state regulators can give the green light, shifting control from the Public Service Commission to local …