Protect yourself because the zoning laws will NOT!
Over the last year, UCTC volunteers have devoted thousands of hours to researching and understanding the zoning of industrial wind turbines. Statistics of existing projects show absentee landowners are more likely to sign up than those who live within the footprint. This highlights the importance of satisfactory siting and zoning at the local level.
Below are some shortcomings of Public Act 102-1123 you should be aware of (this list is not exhaustive):
What Purpose?
Purpose. How do we create purpose or find purpose in the future of wind energy in our county, all while protecting our future? For making decisions and choices on wind energy these 2 words, WHAT PURPOSE, help us remember the 11 key components to protecting our citizens.
What do we have to lose?
If we do not stand up for our land and valuable resources, who will? Is renewable energy being well executed and thought out, or are we stumbling down the same path? Is the prime farmland being protected as though it is about to become extinct?
Is 750 feet too close?
Is 750 too close to our homes? Read articles about turbines catching fire, loosing blades and collapsing. A larger setback is needed.
The Biden administration and the wind sector are pushing for the 14th extension of the Production Tax Credit (PTC).
“The PTC, which expired at the beginning of this year, is the single most-expensive energy-related provision in the federal tax code. Between 2020 and 2029, the PTC will cost the federal treasury some $34 billion.”
Will renewables measure up?
Jim Matheson testified “We can address these priorities—but it requires technology and time beyond what is currently available and what many have called for.”
Foreign investment in American cropland has nearly tripled in the past decade, according to USDA data.
“The increase has been largely driven by foreign-owned wind companies signing long-term leases on a large number of acres” - USDA
Are energy companies passing the cost of renewables to consumers?
Renewable energy is not “free” energy
Ameren prices increases are scheduled for this summer.
Current Event: Wind energy company kills 150 eagles in US, pleads guilty
A subsidiary of one of the largest U.S. providers of renewable energy pleaded guilty to criminal charges and was ordered to pay over $8 million in fines and restitution after at least 150 eagles were killed at its wind farms in eight states, federal prosecutors said Wednesday.
In The Effort To Try and Save The Climate, Are We Destroying The Environment?
Energy expert, Michael Shellenberger, explains why solar and wind farms require so much land for mining and energy production, and an alternative path to saving both the climate and the natural environment.