A Wind Farm Controversy (OCR GCSE Geography B (Geography for Enquiring Minds)): Flashcards
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Scout Moor Wind Farm location
Scout Moor Wind Farm location
Open moorland north of Rochdale, Greater Manchester
Number of turbines at Scout Moor
Number of turbines at Scout Moor
26 wind turbines
Homes powered by Scout Moor Wind Farm
Homes powered by Scout Moor Wind Farm
Approx. 40,000 homes
Scout Moor's status in England
Scout Moor's status in England
One of England's largest onshore wind farms
Min. distance of wind farms from residential areas
Min. distance of wind farms from residential areas
At least 1 kilometre away
Why wind farms must be 1km+ from settlements
Why wind farms must be 1km+ from settlements
Turbines generate noise from rotating blades that disturbs residents
Wind conditions needed for wind farm sites
Wind conditions needed for wind farm sites
Consistent, strong winds
Type of areas wind farms should avoid
Type of areas wind farms should avoid
Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty
Typical height of wind turbines
Typical height of wind turbines
60-80 metres tall
Wildlife concern with wind turbines
Wildlife concern with wind turbines
Collision risks for birds