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A wind turbine’s swish may annoy, but it's not hurting anyone

By James Randerson

8 November 2016

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Inspire vitriolic hatred in some

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Opponents of wind farms are not known for their moderation. One UK Conservative MEP has compared the wind industry in Scotland to the . An Australian senator put its actions on a par with the crimes of. Donald Trump calls turbines ““.

For some reason, a small minority harbour a vitriolic hatred of spinning blades. And when a came out a fortnight ago, demands that soon followed.

This defies the spectacular popularity…

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