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10/14/2011
The Canadian Wind Energy Association responds to October 14, 2011 statement by Wind Concerns Ontario
The Canadian Wind Energy Association has not in any way changed its position on wind energy and human health.
The balance of scientific and medical evidence clearly concludes that sound from wind turbines is not unique and that wind turbines do not have a direct impact on human health. There are well over 100,000 turbines operating worldwide and hundreds of thousands of people are living and working near and around them, the overwhelming majority of whom have productive and positive experiences.
The association has always acknowledged that a small percentage of people can be annoyed by wind turbines in their vicinity. Annoyance is a personal experience that can be caused by many things and be influenced by many different factors and stressors in a person's life. When annoyance has a significant impact on an individual's quality of life, it is important that they consult their doctor.
As a responsible industry, we are interested in the responsible and sustainable development of wind for the benefit of all Canadians. We will continue to receive and review new and credible information pertaining to wind energy and human health as it is made available.
Please find below a link to a number of reviews of the scientific and medical literature on wind turbines and human health.
Link: http://www.canwea.ca/wind-energy/talkingaboutwind_e.php
Canadian Wind Energy Association
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