The wind energy debate represents a new kind of environmental controversy which divides
environmentalists of different persuasions who attach contrasting priority to global and local …

Energy issues are crucial for Scotland. This paper reviews the environmental, social and
political questions surrounding energy and environment in general, and analyses the …

Wind power is expanding globally. Simultaneously, a growing number of conflicts against
large-scale wind farms are emerging in multiple locations around the world. As these …

This paper presents the results of a study of public attitudes to onshore windfarm
development in south-west Scotland. Specifically, it explores the influences of different …

Wind energy is now recognized as an important energy resource throughout the world.
Within the United States, the state of Texas currently has the largest wind energy capacity …

The deployment of renewable technologies as part of climate mitigation strategies have
provoked a range of responses from various actors, bringing public acceptance to the …

Shale gas has become an energy policy priority in the United Kingdom in light of profitable
extraction activities in the United States. Since 2012 the Coalition Government has created …

Although the transmission line network is relatively comprehensive in many countries, there
are new needs to develop the networks due to the increased consumption of energy and …

Generally, the growth of renewable energy sources is supported by the American public.
However, gaining acceptance of large-scale renewable energy projects from local residents …

The siting of high voltage overhead transmission lines (HVOTLs) is often subject to public
opposition where affected communities seek to protect local places. This study explores the …