Wind Turbines in the Landscape

Synopsis

Explains how the likely visual impact of wind turbines and wind farms can be evaluated and shows that the subjective nature of visual impact assessments is complex and open to a wide variety of interpretations. Also demonstrates how the key issues of planning and the pubic acceptability of wind farms are being addressed, and explains why many planning authorities are carrying out studies to help guide future planning applications.

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Video; Videocassette. VHS. col. 20 min.

Year of production

1994

Availability

OUT OF DISTRIBUTION

Notes

For availabity information, contact: DTI, Information Division.

Uses

Local authority planners, developers, environmental studies courses.

Subjects

Environmental science; Technology

Keywords

power generation; renewable energy resources; wind power; wind turbines

Production Company

Name

Ambit Environmental Communications

Sponsor

Name

Department of Trade & Industry Videos

Phone

01443 821877

Fax

01443 822055

Address

c/o Mediascene Ltd
PO Box 90
HENGOED
Mid Glamorgan
CF8 9YE

Name

ETSU

Distributor

Name

CFL Vision