Battle lines drawn as locals and gliders take on Carlow wind farm
Objectors say a proposed seven-turbine project on Coillte land near Mount Leinster would create an eyesore in an area of outstanding beauty; could destroy a flying club and represents ‘an erosion of local democracy’. Backers insist concerns are unwarranted and say the wind farm would provide clean energy to 25,000 homes and benefit the community
A paraglider on Mount Leinster, near to the site of the proposed wind farm
Plans to put seven wind turbines on Coillte land near Mount Leinster have been met with opposition from locals and recreational groups.
“Everyone who has a wind farm on their doorstep thinks their area is special, but I do think we have something a little more unique,” Joe Kirwan says.
