Tom Bird Waterloo Sep 7, 2008 17:34 pm

Hello FSB listserv members,

I am interested in ways in which barriers related to wind farm development have been overcome. Often community members and municipal staff are misinformed or have misperceptions regarding wind turbine operations. Opposition to wind farm development may be related to aesthetics, noise, safety, and possible interference with wildlife. Of course, in some cases these concerns are legitimate, but often they are exaggerated. Has anyone used effective strategies to overcome these perceptions? I'm particularly interested in: - key messages to overcome mispercpetions - educational graphics, models, or other visuals - use of community champions to build support - approaches to gain zoning approvals

Thank you.
Tom Bird Waterloo, ON