Chilla Against Turbines

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"The only reason why it pays developers to build turbines is the huge hidden subsidy we all give them through our electricity bills. The electricity companies are compelled by law to buy the energy from these turbines at nearly twice the normal price - and then pass on the extra cost to us."

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Christopher Booker, Daily Mail, 26th June 2008

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Map

Would you like to calculate how close your property could be to one of the turbines? Read on to find out how.

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Step 1
Click this link - View Larger Map

Step 2
From the top left of the Google Maps page, select My Maps then scroll down to and select the Distance Measurement Tool

Step 3
Use the navigation tools (hand to move the map, zoom tools) to find your property then click on it.

Step 4
Click on a spot close to, but not actually on the turbine (denoted by a blue flag), and the distance tool will calculate the distance from your property to the turbine (displayed to the left of the map). You can select to display the distance using Metric or Imperial options. TIP: The closer you zoom into the map, the more accurate the measurement.

Ruby Country Poll

The Ruby Country initiative is currently running a poll on its website giving site visitors the opportunity to vote on whether they believe that there is a place for more wind turbines in the area.

CAT Action Committee

Following the public meeting at Halwill on 30th June 2008, the decision has been taken to form an action committee and decide the roles and responsibilities needed to professionally oppose this development.

Everyone that has expressed an interest in getting involved is being contacted either by email or telephone to inform them that the first meeting to settle roles is on Monday 14th July 2008 at 8.00pm at Halwill Junction Village Hall again.

This campaign will no doubt be lengthy and hard fought, but it is one which has to be won to retain the unique beauty of the local area.

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