185 TV signals could be affected by planned wind turbine in Manby
THE TV signals of about 185 homes could be affected by plans for a wind turbine.
An application by Bernard Matthews Wind Energy Co-operative Limited for a single turbine at Causeway Bridge Farm, in Manby, includes details of how residents may find their TV signal affected.
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Proposal: A 500kw wind turbine could be built at Causeway Bridge Farm, in Manby.
The developers claim that this figure is likely to reduce because of better digital technology and say this is a chance for people to invest in local renewable energy.
The 500kw turbine, measuring 78 metres, would be built at the farm, which has 10 turkey sheds, and would generate enough electricity to power up to 313 households.
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The application is part of a newly-formed Bernard Matthews Wind Energy Co-operative, in partnership with Enery4all, a not-for-profit organisation.
The co-operative has also lodged plans for five other turbines in Spalding and Norfolk.
The planning documents states 185 homes are likely to be affected and "mitigation measures" are in place, provided at the cost of the applicant.
John Malone, from Energy4all, said: "With any application we have to assess a range of things and that includes television assessment.
"The indicative number of 185 is a potential impact only. This is something which has to be assessed with every wind farm application.
"We must take into consideration the new digital switchover, which means it may be far fewer properties than 185."
He is inviting East Lindsey residents to invest in the co-operative, with shares ranging from £250 to £20,000 available.
"This is a new co-operative and a chance for people to engage with renewable energy," said Mr Malone.
"People can express an interest through our website and Bernard Matthews employees are also being given an opportunity to be involved.
"The aim is to give something back to the communities involved in these schemes as well as through a community fund."
A Manby resident, who did not wish to be named, would be able to see the proposed turbine from her window and is objecting.
She said: "Louth and its surrounding area are so unique and really should be left alone.
"It is the only strength we have got, the beauty of our countryside – this is our asset. That is why I moved here."
The application is yet to be determined by East Lindsey District Council. Visit www.bmwe.coop
2 Comments
by Vindpust
Friday, January 25 2013, 11:44AM
“These co-op ventures are less Green than they look: they are basically tapping into the very large FiTs subsidies which are paid from electricity consumers' bills - beneFiTing those who can afford to game the system by buying shares. Not those in fuel poverty.
Even the Government admits FiTs are adding to rising bills (and hence fuel poverty):
"The FITs [Feed-in Tariffs] scheme, which will provide thousands of individuals, businesses, communities and other organisations with more predictable and higher levels of income than previous schemes have delivered, brings many benefits but also has costs. These are costs that we expect will eventually be passed through to all electricity users through higher bills." (Government's response to FiTs consultation , February, 2010).
Most of the time, it would be cheaper and more effective in reducing CO2 to use the money to improve the energy efficiency of businesses and homes.
As a matter of interest does all the waste from the BM operation go to bioenergy generation? If not, why not?”
by TheWrangler
Thursday, January 24 2013, 9:17AM
“"500kw turbine would power up to 313 households"
That is 1600 Watts per house, thats just over half a 3kW electric fire each!
Really where do these numbers come from!
Oh and 313,000 households to subsidise it!
Good on Bernard Matthews energy Corp for wanting to power the turkey sheds on tax payers / energy consumers subsidies - you cant argue with that business model!
If it gets installed, BM Corp should reject the subsidies, I don't eat Turkey, so why am I paying you to heat and light your Turkey's?
FYI
60W light bulb - 60W
100W light bulb - 100W
Toaster : 800-1500W
Microwave : 600-1500W
Dishwasher : 1200-1500W
Washing Machine : 500-1500W
Vacuum Cleaner : 200-700W
Iron : 1000-1500W
Electric Mower : 1500W
Clothes dryer : 4000W
Electric Blanket : 200W
Hair Blow dryer : 1000-1200W
Laptop Computer : 20-50W
Desktop Computer : 80-150W
TV (19" colour) : 70-150W
Fridge / Freezer : 500-1000W
25" colour TV : 150W
Electric Kettle : 2000W
Electri Shower : 5000-8000W
Power Shower : 240W”