Talking Points

Below are talking points for you to include in your letters and editorials. Consider giving examples that relate directly to this project and to your town, local businesses, neighbors and family. Letters that address one or two issues at a time are most helpful.  For more information on these topics please go to the “Why We Oppose” tab and click on the desired topic.

Environmental:

• Industrial wind turbines cause noise pollution, shadow flicker effect, red flashing lights at night

• Construction will have negative effects on traffic, local roads/infrastructure

• Small amount of energy generated; use of energy when winds aren’t at exact/optimum speeds

• Industrial wind turbines cause electromagnetic interference with cell phones, television, radar

• Project is located in a Great Lakes coastal region on Lake Ontario and is counter to Local Waterfront Revitalization Plan by the Towns of Yates, Carlton and Kendall that was approved by NY State.    

• Dangers include ice throws, fires, danger of ground water contamination due to lubricant spills,  lightning strikes, stray voltage.

• Project will have a negative impact on agriculture because bats, that provide millions of dollars worth of natural pesticide in our region annually, are killed in alarming numbers by industrial wind turbines.

Human Health

• Negative human health effects are caused by low frequency noise, infrasound, shadow flicker effect, red flashing lights at night

• People around the world who live near turbines report health conditions including: sleep disorders, headaches, concentration difficulties, tinnitus, nausea, impaired heart rate, and anxiety

• Studies showing negative health effects of living near industrial wind turbines are increasing. 

• Wind turbine size has increased and the sounds they emit have also increased.

Property Values

• Lower property values: common sense and many studies (by independent scientists and professional appraisers) refute the study touted by wind companies. Reports of  people unable to sell their property and even some deserting their homes

• Lake properties will be especially effected. This will affect how the taxes are distributed in the towns.