Tag Archives: Chatham-Kent

Breathing down rural Ontario’s back

Chatham Kent: IPC GDF Suez Wind project (from Fargo Line) – photo by David Libby

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Chatham Kent Wind Action Inc. v. MOE

Dates for Chatham Kent ERT hearing — Please check Environmental Registry for changes in dates Hearing Sept  5,  10:00 AM Location: Chatham-Kent Civic Centre MAP

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Chatham-Kent Appeal adjournment denied

Chatham Daily News A request for adjournment concerning an appeal of the South Kent Wind Warm has been turned down, according to a staff member of the appellant’s lawyer.  Chatham-Kent Wind Action Group Inc. was seeking more time in order … Continue reading

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Foul Wind Blows from Chatham-Kent Mayor, Randy Hope

CanWEA Poster Boy begs for “special” moratorium on 7 turbines.  by:  Chatham-Kent Wind Action Group Inc Oddly, on March 12, 2012 Mayor Randy Hope of Chatham-Kent sent correspondence to the Minister of Environment asking for a moratorium on 7 of … Continue reading

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C-K will raise turbine concerns – but won’t walk out

By Trevor Terfloth, Chatham Daily News Chatham-Kent will raise its concerns over the Green Energy Act, but won’t walk out of an upcoming conference, says a municipal councillor. Chatham Coun. Michael Bondy will be the lone council representative to attend … Continue reading

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Chatham-Kent wind mega-project starts Monday

ENERGY: 110 turbines to be constructed, despite concerns By Bob Boughner, Chatham Daily News The Daily News has learned initial work on a new $600 million wind turbine project in Chatham-Kent will begin next week. The approved project is not … Continue reading

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No recourse but lawsuits for folks with turbine issues

Chatham Daily News Sir: I read your recent news story, “Family taking heat over lawsuit.” The Michaud family has no other choice besides a lawsuit in this matter. I am from the Ridgetown area. People here who live amongst the … Continue reading

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More wind farms possible in Chatham-Kent

London Free Press MERLIN – Kruger Energy’s official launch Tuesday of its $310 million second phase wind farm may see a third phase down the road. Company president Joseph Kruger II told municipal, provincial and federal officials he’s anxious to … Continue reading

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Chatham-Kent Locals Support Killing Wind Farm Deal

by Laura Carney, Blackburn News Ontario PC Leader Tim Hudak is getting local support for his plan to cancel the feed-in-tariff program. Monica Elmes, spokesperson with Chatham-Kent Wind Action says their group also supports Hudak’s plan to scrap a 7-billion … Continue reading

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Chatham-Kent taking a stand on stray voltage

By Karen Robinet, Today’s Farmer Chatham-Kent council is stepping up in the battle against stray voltage.  At its March 28 meeting, Coun. Doug Sulman introduced a successful motion which will see the Ontario Energy Board, the Minister of Energy and … Continue reading

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Wind energy showdown begins

by ERICA BAJER, Chatham Daily News Those opposed to the Kent Breeze Wind Farm will attempt to prove the eight-turbine project near Thamesville will cause serious harm to human health. Opening statements were heard during the first day of the … Continue reading

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Wind farm health effects to be challenged

CBC News A small wind farm in Thamesville, Ont., is the centre of a big debate over the health effects of wind turbines. Opponents who claim wind turbines are bad for people’s health are challenging government approval of an eight-tower … Continue reading

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RES/Enbridge Talbot Trail wind workers can’t read

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CK Council to advocate on behalf of residents re: Green Energy Act

Chatham Daily News A report from planning services will recommend council continue to advocate on behalf of residents on concerns with the province’s Green Energy Act. There are approximately 450 wind turbines either commissioned, in pre-construction or in the application … Continue reading

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