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More objections to the Eden Wind Turbine
Sunday, 04 January 2009
 

More objections to the Eden Wind Turbine

 

Why does Eden want to build the largest wind turbine in the Country?  Is the reason ...

 

1. Financial?   2.  Political?   3.   Egoistical?

 

It cannot be just to supply their energy needs, because they will just go on building more and more attractions which will burn up more and more energy and their energy needs will exceed far more than this giant wind turbine can provide!

 

The Clay Walks and Cycle Tracks

 

Everyone that uses the route just north of Eden must have stopped and sat on the seat that is located on the hill on the way to Trethurgy, to look back at the outstanding views in the peace and tranquillity that this spot offers.   This seat is a place to escape from the stress and rigours of the world that we now live in, to enjoy the sound of birds, to enjoy the views and a chance to "re-charge our batteries".   It is a place loved and appreciated by local people and visitors alike and must be protected from any form of intrusion.

 

What will happen if a giant wind turbine is erected just metres away?   The views to the north, south and west will remain the same!   The view to the east will be overshadowed by the revolving blades!   The peace and tranquillity that this resting place offers will be gone and who knows what effect it will have on the birds!   It certainly would not be a place to "re-charge our batteries!   This is an amenity that must be protected.

 

Horseriders

 

There is a bridleway running very close to the proposed giant wind turbine.   What a nightmare for riders!   To suddenly have rotating wind turbine blades "appear" over the hedge as you are quietly riding by, not to mention a sudden swishing noise.   This must be a horse rider's worse scenario.   The horse frightened, rearing and the rider thrown and then the horse bolting.   Who knows what damage will be done!   We cannot afford to lose this amenity.

 

Personal

 

The visual impact would be so great that I have already told the planning department of Restormel Borough Council that I would seriously consider moving from the house that I love and have lived in for over 23 years should this monster be erected.    The area is very undulating, hence the fear of rotating blades suddenly appearing over hedges on the bridleway.   I have also written to the Charity Commissioners about the way that Eden is behaving regarding this matter!    We really have put up a lot from Eden, for the good of the County, but this proposal is a step too far.  

 

Recommended Action

 

If you agree with these comments then please do write to Restormel Borough Council to express your opposition to this giant turbine.  The Planning Committee will consider the application on January 29th, 2009 so there is still time to submit letters of objection.  

 

A Resident close to the Eden Project

4th January 2008

 
An offer of support from CPRE Cornwall
Thursday, 01 January 2009
 

An offer of support from CPRE Cornwall

 

 

The Campaign to Protect Rural England (CPRE) is the leading national organisation devoted to the protection of Rural England from inappropriate and unjustifiable development encroaching on beautiful parts of our countryside and within and around our market towns.   There are branches in all English counties with volunteers that work to ensure that the country's beautiful, tranquil and diverse countryside is retained for the benefit of all.

 

In Cornwall we challenge government plans that seek to impose excessive housing targets on the county and we oppose major planning applications which breach local and national policies or are detrimental to our countryside.  We are not opposed to change, but campaign to see that it is wisely managed and not detrimental to our countryside and towns.  We champion the need for more affordable housing; the retention of village shops, post offices and pubs; and the preservation of the distinctive character of our towns.

 

CPRE Cornwall is particularly concerned with the proliferation of wind farms across the county that spoil the nature of the rural environment and coastline, and which threatens to destroy the very features that attract people to Cornwall - both to live as residents and visit as holidaymakers.  Despite its reluctance to accept more wind farms, CPRE Cornwall does support more environmentally friendly forms of renewable energy, such as solar power, wave power and tidal power.   Indeed, wave and tidal power can utilise the potential that is afforded by Cornwall's long coastline, and at the same time be more or less invisible. 

 

CPRE Cornwall is very much opposed to excessive housing development within the county; especially the artificial targets that could be imposed on Cornwall by the Government.  Inappropriate industrialisation is also a concern which we endeavour to oppose.

 

CPRE Cornwall fully supports the role of the countryside in providing food and recreational opportunities.  Loss of any agricultural land is a situation that the county can ill-afford, especially in times of recession.  The Cornish landscape is also important for tourism and for the health of the nation.  It would be dreadful if Cornwall's character changed from that which we all love and enjoy to that of urbanisation and industrialisation.  Change has to be accepted, but not at any cost.

 

At the present time, we are entering a period of uncertainty with the county becoming a unitary authority in 2009 and the consequences of the new Planning Bill that Parliament enacted in November 2008.  The planning process will change as a result of these two developments.  In future, most planning decisions will be made centrally by either the regional development authority or the new unitary authority, instead of being made locally by the currently existing District Councils.  Decisions relating to major infrastructure projects, such as airport expansion and large power stations, will be made by the new Infrastructure Planning Commission.  These developments threaten to take local consultation and influence away from local communities, as well as being advantageous to developers.  Furthermore, there is a suggestion that planning applications will not in future be published in local newspapers; making it difficult for most people to be aware of proposals, and as a result reducing the opportunities to object.

 

In view of the threat to the rural environment of Cornwall and the impending changes to the planning process, we, CPRE Cornwall, are offering our support to anyone raising objections to planning applications in Cornwall, which are contrary to local plan policies; that threaten protected areas of the landscape such as conservation areas or Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty; and that are considered to be an inappropriate development within the countryside or in our towns.  Our support could be in the form of advice or a letter of objection sent to the relevant planning authority.  We will also liaise with all groups and organisations that have been formed to defend the Cornish landscape from unwanted development.  In addition, our website - http://www.cprecornwall.org.uk/ - highlights much of our work and concerns for the county.  The rural environment is important and should be cherished.  Once destroyed, it's gone forever.  We want to help you to keep change acceptable and protect the best asset that Cornwall possesses.

 

Support can be requested by writing to me at:

 

The Old Farmhouse, Tregowris, St Keverne, Cornwall TR12 6PT

 

E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

Or by phoning: (01-326) 281 435

 

Ted Venn

CPRE Cornwall

31st December 2008

 

NOTE:

 

The above message has been sent to parish and town councils with e-mail addresses, as well as to known groups that are working to protect Cornwall's environment, including opponents of wind farms.  If your council or group hasn't received the message from CPRE Cornwall please get in touch with me and leave a contact e-mail address for your council or group.  My e-mail address is included in the message.   I shall be very pleased to hear from you, not only because CPRE Cornwall wants to help resist inappropriate planning applications, but because we wish to establish a means by which we can communicate quickly with both councils and groups dedicated to the preservation of Cornwall's unique landscape and coastline.

 

Ted Venn

1st January 2009

 
Four Wind Turbines for Reperry Cross
Tuesday, 23 December 2008
 

Four more Wind Turbines for Cornwall

 

The proliferation of wind turbines across Cornwall continues.  Now four wind turbines are planned for Reperry Cross, just south of the A30 at Bodmin, with a likely height of 100 metres (330 feet).  The turbines will be close to Lanivet and only a few miles north of the huge turbine that is proposed for the Eden Project. 

 

Details of the Reperry Cross turbines can be found on the Bodmin and Lanivet Oppose Turbines (BLOT) website: www.blotcornwall.co.uk  

 

Apart from ruining the landscape, wind turbines are not at all practicable, as they are costly and inefficient.  The BLOT website states that:

 

(i)     wind energy is one of the least efficient methods of generating power;

 

(ii)     ever increasing electricity bills help fund government payouts to turbine companies and landowners;

 

(iii)    properties near to or overlooked by turbines can expect a drop in value (see The Daily Telegraph article

          dated July 26th, 2008); and

 

(iv)    noise and the strobe effect from turbines have been found to cause major health problems.

 

Whilst not against other forms of renewable energy, CPRE Cornwall is concerned that the ever increasing number of wind turbines in Cornwall is damaging the county's most precious commodity - its landscape.  Not only is that a worry, but taxpayers' money is being used to entice energy companies to build more and more turbines, irrespective of the impact on the environment and local communities!  CPRE Cornwall will oppose the Reperry Cross Wind Farm, but it does need the help of all who treasure the Cornish landscape.  So, please be alert to the submission of a formal planning application and act accordingly.

Ted Venn

23rd December 2008

 
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